As Lilith was leaving, she gave Nova a pointed look and warned, "Remember, this isn't over."

Unfazed, Nova retorted, "Mrs. Brooks, you might want to deal with the boy first. Roman seems pretty keen on him. What if he decides to bring him home one day? What then?"

Lilith stormed out, visibly upset, and Nova finally sighed in relief.

Nova was still reeling from the news Tristan shared last night. It was shocking to hear that Roman was still leading a reckless life at his age. ...