When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 500

Could you believe Asher didn't stand up for her? Now she’s the punchline of the whole party?

Lemira glanced Evelina's way, her words dripping with faux concern: “I know you've always wanted to shine, but crashing the scene won’t get you anywhere. It might backfire. I’m only looking out for you. You're not mad, are you?”

Her words were like a slap, driving Evelina nearly insane.

Evelina’s face soured. “I’m heading to the restroom.”

Watching Evelina’s retreating figure, Lemira let go of Asher’s arm, her mission to rile up Evelina accomplished.

After all, in the Langston family, Asher was the only one firmly in Evelina’s corner.

Lemira played her part well, earning Asher’s approval and lessening his reservations about her.

Asher whispered, “See? Isn’t this better? Why don’t you and Eve make up and live peacefully?”

Lemira’s lips twisted into a cold smirk, “Sure, but you have to be fair. Give me what’s mine, and I’ll follow your advice.”

“Fine,” Asher conceded. “I’ll keep everything mom and dad left for you safe until you prove you truly want to be part of the Langston family again.”

Asher was cautious, suspecting Lemira’s return might be for the inheritance.

What if Lemira changed her mind once she got her share?

Lemira responded coolly, “Alright, but Evelina can’t touch my stuff, including the Aurora Trust.”

“Agreed.”

Asher promised quickly, figuring he could compensate Evelina later.

Lemira glanced at her champagne glass, musing over Evelina’s reaction to this deal.

This was just the beginning.

Asher, always so arrogant and self-assured, preferred the bigger picture. It used to be Lemira who suffered, now it was Evelina’s turn.