Chapter 164

• Lucia's POV
• Claire cornered us in the safehouse living room sudden—door kicked open wood splinter. “Elena alive? I’ll kill her again myself.” Knife glint sharp under lamp, goons behind guns up ready. I shoved Elena back couch quick, shielded her body mine. Mateo cry piercing loud from Sofia arms scare. Heart slam. “Back off Claire.” Voice shake but firm.
• Jealousy unraveled fast Claire rant wild eyes red: “Loved Victor first… you stole him everything!” Tears rage mix cheeks streak mascara mess. Knife wave air. “His empire kids love… mine!” I stepped partial front: “Twisted love Claire. Hurts everyone.” Empathy crack inside me… she broken too. “He used you.” Whisper soft try reach.