Emily’s POV

A wave of satisfaction washed over me after I’d given Cecile a piece of my mind. I felt satisfied after telling her everything. I felt so light; it felt like a weight was seized off my shoulders..

She thought she would make me sad with those revelations, but little did she know that I’m already prepared for what was to come. I already knew what she was going to say, and it wasn’t a surprise to me. She expected the news to devastate me.

“You’re so strong, Emerald. I’m glad you didn’t tear up in her presence or gave her the satisfaction of seeing you cry,” Kate spoke,...