When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 908

Lucian's heart twisted with a bitter, suffocating wave of despair. "Lemmy, I swear I didn't mean for this to happen."

"If you didn't mean it, then take your people and get out."

Lemira was forcefully keeping her temper in check. She refused to let the toxic Langston drama overshadow her Gen-2 technology launch.

Asher had deliberately banked on the fact that she wouldn't cause a scene in front of the press.

It made Lemira feel absolutely sick to her stomach.

Lucian glanced helplessly toward Asher. "You know how he is. Now that he's set this up, he's not going to just walk away because I ask him to."

"Fine. I gave you a chance. You threw it away."

Without another word, Lemira marched directly toward Asher and the cameras.

Watching her back, Lucian felt an intense, dreadful premonition, though he couldn't pinpoint exactly why. Surely she wouldn't create a massive scandal at her own company's launch, right?

Evelina caught sight of Lemira approaching and instinctively shielded her bulging stomach, terrified the bitch might try to attack her.

Right now, her unborn baby was her ultimate shield.

Evelina plastered on a fake smile. "Lemmy, I was just so overjoyed that I ended up talking a bit too much to the reporters. You aren't mad at me, are you?"

Asher immediately jumped in. "What are you talking about? Lemira isn't that petty."

Lemira offered a flawless, ambiguous smile. "How could I be? I'm thrilled you're all here. After all, you've spent my entire life focusing solely on Evelina. Now that I've worked so incredibly hard, you finally noticed my success and came to support me. I am truly, deeply happy."

As she spoke, her eyes welled up with tears. She carefully wiped them away, painting the perfect picture of a heartbroken, neglected sister.

Evelina instantly realized she was losing control of the narrative. "Lemmy, they've always treated you wonderfully too! They only paid a little extra attention to me because I'm adopted, and they were worried I'd feel left out!"

"I know. Asher always lectured me to treat you better, telling me that because you aren't biological blood, you couldn't be allowed to feel slighted, otherwise outsiders would gossip."

Evelina nearly snapped her teeth. "When did that ever happen?"

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