"Edwina Dawn had two sons—Matthew and Daniel Dawn. As far as I know, between the two of them, they only have three children: Ava Dawn, Lucien Dawn, and… I can't seem to remember the third one. So, how exactly are you related to her? Are you Ava Dawn, or are you the illegitimate child of—"
"Neither," Serena cut in, her smile bitter, tinged with a sadness she had long grown used to. "I am indeed a Dawn, but nothing more than a glorified servant in that family." She paused, gathering her thoughts before continuing, her tone hollow. "I'm the daughter of Edwina Dawn's youngest son—Edward Dawn."
Aiden's brow furrowed slightly, but he didn't interrupt. Serena could tell he was piecing the story together, but he didn't yet know all the pieces.
