Veronica snapped back to her senses, her mask of sweetness slipping as she spoke in a near-menacing tone.
"Aurora, as a family, we have given you many chances, but you cannot slander me or the Smith Group," she hissed, forcing a smile as her eyes flickered with warning. "I know Dr. Lia, and soon, we'll be working on a project together. Stop your delusions and come home with me."
She reached out to grab Aurora's wrist, but before she could even make contact—slap!
Aurora's palm struck her hand away with a sharp force, sending Veronica stumbling backward. A gasp left her lips as she nearly fell, but before she could hit the ground, Alexander's firm grip steadied her.
Aurora, unfazed, tilted her head, a slow smirk tugging at her lips. "Tsk, tsk, Veronica… You should really ask before touching someone. Not everyone likes filthy hands on them."
