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We sat across the table, facing each other. Slowly, I lifted my head, locking gaze with Riley who shifted her face away.

I tilted at Selene, and a dark glare pierced through me. She sat, folding her arms, her face unreadable. I glanced at Emelia, and she had a tugging smirk.

I sighed, clearing my throat as I began.

“Riley?” I called, my voice calm. “I’m sorry, I shouldn't have put the blame on you. I get the fact that you were scared and under an oath not to spill, I'm truly ...