But she quickly gathered her composure, puffing herself up with false bravado. "Stop trying to scare me. You've already crossed Cassius, and he won't lift a finger to help you now. Even with the Wei family backing you, your life isn't going to be easy from here on out."
"We'll see about that," Nevaeh replied coolly. She turned her back on Elizabeth and walked away from the academy without another glance.
As Nevaeh left, Elizabeth's anger only burned hotter, especially after hearing that Cassius was refusing to sign the divorce papers. Her fury reached a boiling point, and she immediately called Ryan. The moment he picked up, she issued a frantic order. "I can't wait any longer. You need to act now. Make Nevaeh disappear. Permanently. Handle this for me, and I'll marry you the second it's done."
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At that moment, Nevaeh had no idea that Elizabeth had spiraled into a frenzy, demanding immediate action.
