Chapter 71 Collapses

• “Darling, why do you ask? Is something wrong?” Rafayel’s mother raised an eyebrow, her expression shifting as she noticed the change in mine.
• “No, it’s just… her name feels oddly familiar,” I replied, my voice tinged with hesitation.
• “Well, of course,” she said with a knowing smile, her hand brushing mine again. Her palm was as smooth as silk, sending an involuntary shiver through me. “Don’t fret, my dear. Shane may have been Rafayel’s first wife, but mark my words—he’ll prioritise you as his partner in time.”