"So don't compare them. It's disgusting."
Initially, Emerald dismissed her as being jealous, but he had no idea how much fun the two of them were having behind the scenes. Just imagining it made Emerald feel nauseous; he couldn't even bear to look at Ariza's face.
Fuming, Ariza snapped back, "And how noble do you think you are? You look down on Ethan, but only because you've latched onto someone more powerful."
Alaric tightened his grip on Emerald's waist, his expression icy. "Are you blind? Can't you see that Little Moon was the one who ultimately rose to the top?"
Ariza was at a loss for words.
This is madness—absolute madness! All the men in this world must be insane!
Sure, Emerald was beautiful, but this one? He exuded an aura so dangerous, it twisted Ariza's face with jealousy.
"Enough, Ariza," Emerald said coldly. "If you want to walk out of here today, explain everything you've done to me. I will find out the truth, one way or another."
