Emily’s POV

A slow, satisfied smile spread across my lips as I took a step closer to Phillip, my eyes gleaming with victory.

"I have waited years for this moment," I said, my voice calm but laced with cold determination. "I’ve been patient, waiting for the perfect opportunity to expose you, and now…" I exhaled, tilting my head slightly. "Now, I will make you regret ever crossing me."

Phillip’s smirk twitched slightly, his usual arrogance wavering as he shifted his stance. "And what exactly do you think you have, Emily?" he taunted, but there was an underlying nervousness in his voice.

I reached into my cloak and pulled out a...