NB: The last two chapters have been edited. Thanks for your patience.
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CHAPTER 149
"Well, that's... unexpected," I said cautiously, but Tempest's disapproving look made me clamp my lips shut.
"Not really," she replied, flopping onto the couch. "Father always makes sure our names are on every important guest list. It's one of the many perks of being a Zephyr."
I couldn't argue with that. Our father's influence extended far and wide, ensuring we were included in every major event—even if we didn't always want to be.
Before I could respond, my own phone buzzed. Pulling it from my pocket, I found a similar message waiting for me.
"Guess we're both invited," I said, sitting beside her.
Tempest snorted. "Of course we are. The question is, are we going?"
I hesitated, weighing my answer. "Do we have a choice?"
"Not really," she admitted after a while.
