#Chapter 19 - Liar and a Thief

Miranda's POV “I don’t know what you’re talking about, Miranda,” Lily nervously tosses her hair over her shoulder. I roll my eyes and turn to Sebastian. His eyes focus on me. “Lily stole my research and presented it as her own. The formula she’s parading around to everyone is a direct result of her theft.” My gaze challenges his. His head ever so slightly tilts to the side. “She’s lying!” Lily’s scream makes my ears ring. Lily steps in front of me and yells in Sebastian’s face, pointing at me, “She has no proof of these accusations!” I take a deep breath and step out of Lily’s shadow. My gaze reconnects with Sebastian’s and I tilt my chin up, remaining calm yet confident all at the same time. My many years of pandering to Lily and her dramatics have paid off. I’m able to keep my composure instead of instantly breaking down and fighting back. I feel my body cool down and my anger slightly subside. “The formula Lily has is not fully developed. What I have in my possession is