When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 875

"Before your father passed, he told me to take good care of you. I haven't done much for you over the years, so consider this my way of making amends. But once I'm gone, they will definitely come looking for trouble. You have to be careful."

Stella nodded. "I know."

She wouldn't fall for their tricks a second time.

After hanging up, Lemira handed her a tissue. "Wipe your tears. Everything is fine now. Whatever you want to do, I'll be right here with you."

Stella nodded and looked around the apartment. "Are you and Orion living together?"

Lemira froze. "No."

"Then why do I see men's slippers? And you didn't even give him the address earlier; he just drove straight here like he practically owns the place."

Lemira stared at her. "You were just crying your eyes out, and you still have the energy to notice all that?"

"I'm a journalism major. Spotting details is in my blood. It's an instinct."

Knowing her money was safe instantly revived Stella's mood.

She glanced around again. "No extra clothes, so you guys don't come here often. Tsk, tsk, Orion is falling behind. The way he looks at you, it's like he wants to devour you whole, yet he hasn't even made a move?"

"What are you talking about!"

Lemira's face flushed a deep crimson.

Just then, the sound of a key turning in the lock echoed through the apartment. Orion was back.

Lemira quickly dropped Stella's hand, her face still burning, and jumped up. "I'll help you with that."

Orion set the bags on the floor. His gaze dropped, catching the bright red tips of Lemira's ears, and his eyes darkened slightly.

He handed her one of the bags. "These are toiletries I just picked up. The rest is food. I'll go set the table."

As Lemira took the bag, her fingers brushed against his. His skin was incredibly warm.

Remembering Stella's teasing, she turned and brought the items over. "You're sharing a room with me tonight."

Stella glanced at the layout. "Can't I just take the guest room? You two can take the master bedroom!"

Hearing this, Orion's back stiffened. He shot Lemira an unreadable look. "I'll take the sofa."

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