Freya.

[Content Warning: This chapter contains intense emotional abuse, public humiliation, and physical violence (including forced head impact). Reader discretion is advised.]

“No! Never!” Vivian suddenly burst out, her voice high-pitched and frantic. “Helene was the one who offended you! She should be the one to bow, not me!”

I couldn’t help the slow, amused smile that spread across my face. I leaned back in the chair, tilting my head as I looked at her with mock pity.

“Oh, Vivian…” I said sweetly, my voice dripping with sarcasm. “Look at this little maggot of yours, Helene. The moment things get tough, she turns into a complete traitor. All these years...