Category: When They Beg, I Rise!

As Lemira heard Evelina’s voice, her brows furrowed slightly. Evelina had dashed under her umbrella, holding her backpack over her head to shield herself from the rain, and flashed an innocent smile, “I lent my umbrella to a friend. Can we walk together?” “No,” with that curt reply, Lemira turned and walked away, not giving … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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“You have no idea, she’s having a tough time with the Langstons.” “She’s got six brothers looking out for her, how can she have it bad?” Orion’s voice was muffled, “But there’s also a stepsister, the driver’s daughter. The Langstons treat that girl really well, while Lemira constantly gets sidelined and neglected.” At first, he … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
Chapter 70” »

Orion cast a cool glance, “What brings you here?” “Just hanging out, keeping you company, man.” “You can leave now.” Orion, carrying a bag, walked inside, but Thaddeus still followed him, “So cold, man. I think I’ll stick around a bit longer.” Thaddeus shamelessly stepped into the elevator, sneaking a peek at the bag, “Got … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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“Yes, but I’m trying here.” Lemira’s abdomen was churning, distracting her from her focus. Probably from the spicy food she’d had earlier. Orion noticed Lemira’s pale complexion and the way her lips had lost their color. He reached out, touching her forehead to check for a fever-nothing. “You feel unwell?” he asked. Feeling the coolness … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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Lemira was momentarily caught off guard. He said her hands weren’t made for cooking. She thought he’d be pleased. Orion stood there, his demeanor gentle, his tone even, “You don’t have to do this to impress me.” A tightness formed in Lemira’s chest; her actions were just instinctive, a desire to do something nice. But … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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Alaric realized what he had done. “Get out of the way!” he yelled in panic. Lemira’s face was stoic and her eyes inscrutable. The screech of tires announced the car’s halt beside Lemira. As the window rolled down, Orion’s sculpted features came into view. His voice was calm, “Get in!” A slight smile played on … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
Chapter 66” »

Was this supposed to be an apology? It felt more like a forceful push for her to just accept everything! Lemira’s expression was cool, indifferent, a demeanor that weighed heavily on Alaric’s heart. Just moments ago, Alaric was brimming with confidence, but now, doubt was creeping in. He had bent over backwards to apologize and … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
Chapter 65” »

Alaric had just finished speaking when he grabbed Lemira’s wrist, “Let’s go! Get in the car.” Lemira instinctively tried to pull her hand away, but Alaric firmly pushed her into the vehicle. Evelina jogged up to them, “Alaric, are you upset because of what I said earlier? I was just being honest, didn’t want you … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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Snow-like powder filled the air in an instant. Dorian was shocked beyond belief, “Lemira, what in the world are you doing?!” Even for a guy who thought he’d seen it all, a woman charging at him with a fire extinguisher was definitely a first. After extinguishing the fire, Lemira, irritation written all over her face, … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
Chapter 63” »

She knew exactly what Evelina was trying to do with those words – tarnish her reputation. But it suited Lemira just fine; she had no interest in getting tangled up with that privileged boy anyway. After finishing her piece, Lemira headed straight for school. With her backpack on the back and her fair features expressionless, … Read More “When They Beg, I Rise! –
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