Chapter 375

Maybe because she thought they had no way out and were doomed anyway, Marian didn't bother to hide how smug she was. Claire had already guessed most of it, but still, hearing Marian say it out loud was just… wow. Especially that bit about her “tainting” Julian? Like, seriously? Who tainted who here? For real—he was the one who came after her! But somehow, the whole freakin' world decided to blame her instead. What kind of twisted logic is that? Olivia bit her lip, brows furrowed so tight they were almost touching. She looked tense—serious, even. But the truth? She was just trying really, really hard not to burst out laughing. Claire let out a sigh, the scared look fading a bit from her face. Her eyes turned sharp as she looked at Marian and asked, almost casually, "So... you crushing on Julian, huh?" Straight to the point. Her tone was cold, almost mocking, that pretty mouth curving into a smile that was anything but sweet. Marian had been riding high just a second ago, acting all high