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Chapter 232 - 232/Trapped Between Two Flames

Chapter 232

Stephanie's point of view

I swallowed hard over the ache in my throat, forcing my lips to form a pale, obedient smile to hide the pain eating me alive. I gave a small nod:

"Alright, Alexander... Let's go."

He stood up from the bed, his warm hand wrapping securely around mine as he pulled me up.

My chest constricted sharply at the thought of facing Cedric downstairs. *How was I going to stand in front of both of them, carrying these filthy secrets and this suffocating leash Vincetti had around my neck?*

We stepped out of the bedroom. My fingers instinctively intertwined tightly with Alexander's, drawing every ounce of strength from his grip to steady my trembling steps.

We descended the grand staircase together, our rhythmic footsteps echoing faintly through the quiet estate. His hand wrapped warmly around mine, yet my fingers remained ice-cold, my heart hammering wildly with every step closer to the dining hall.

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