Chapter 86

Kaia POV

I finally dragged myself out of the room.

Every step felt heavier than the last, like my body was resisting the very idea of moving forward. I don’t like competition—not like this. I don’t have the strength for it, and honestly, I don’t have the desire either. I thought I could match Selena’s energy, return every scheme with one of my own, but the truth was hard to admit.

She was more manipulative than me.

Not louder. Not stronger. Just… better at twisting ...