Ryan’s lips twitched in anger, but he complied, taking a reluctant step back. “Sophia, this isn’t over,” he said, his voice low and threatening.
I laughed, the sound light and carefree. “Oh, Ryan. It’s been over for a long time. You just haven’t realized it yet.”
Turning to my bodyguards, I gestured toward the waiting car. “Let’s go.”
As I walked away, Ryan’s voice followed me.
“You think you’re so untouchable now, don’t you? But mark my words, Sophia. Sooner or later, you’ll come crawling back. You’ll beg me to forgive you and Lirian. And when that day comes, maybe I’ll consider making you one of my many women.”
I ignored his ramblings and told the driver to drive, dumping Ryan in the car's wake.
The world outside the car window was a blur of neon lights and distant shadows, but inside, everything felt light and warm. The slight buzz from the alcohol I’d consumed earlier made the moving car seem like it was flying.
The sensation wrapped me in a cocoon of happiness, leaving me both giddy and content.
Eric glanced sideways at me from the passenger seat, his expression somewhere between amused and exasperated. “Drinking again?” he asked, his tone tinged with mock scolding.
I giggled, the sound more carefree than usual. “Just a little,” I said, holding my thumb and forefinger close together to emphasize the point. “Don’t tell Lirian, okay?”
Eric smirked mischievously. “I’m sure I’ll have to say something.”
“Don’t you dare!” I shot back, my voice laced with drunken indignation.
He laughed, throwing his hands up in mock surrender. “Relax, I’m kidding. I wouldn’t dare.”
The ride back home was quick, and soon the car rolled to a stop in front of the house. Eric got out first, his voice loud and clear as he greeted Lirian, who stood waiting by the entrance.
“Alpha, I’m back with your Luna!” Eric announced, clearly enjoying himself.
Lirian walked over with his usual composed stride, his eyes scanning the car before they landed on me. He pulled open the door, his gaze softening when he saw me.
I stepped out but wobbled almost immediately, my heels betraying me. Before I could hit the ground, Lirian’s strong arms caught me, steadying me as I clung to him. A triumphant thought flashed through my mind: *Done! I didn’t fall.*
His arms tightened around me, his voice low and firm. “How much did you drink?” His eyes bore into mine, making me squirm slightly under his intense scrutiny.
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