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Chapter 50 - 50/It Was Just a Mistake

Chapter 50

Stephanie's Point of View

I went downstairs with my body as tense as a string about to snap. I was ready for the confrontation despite the hidden trembling in my knees. Alexander was there, occupying the center of the lounge with his dominating presence. As soon as he saw me, he fixed his blue eyes on me and said in a resonant tone:

"Good evening, Stephanie."

I pressed my lips together and didn't respond. I felt a desire to scream in his face, but I remained silent. My father cleared his throat in annoyance. "She's nervous... daughter, return the greeting."

"Good evening," I said curtly, my eyes fixed on the floor.

I began to observe him intensely, searching for any spark or signal. Would he look at Valentina? My sister sat there as if spellbound, her eyes shining with an unmistakable glint as she devoured his features. I caught a fleeting glance from him toward her; it was very fast, almost negligible, but it was enough to make my heart contract.

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