Chapter 187

Instead of the blow she was expecting, Serena stumbled two steps and landed right into a warm, protective embrace. When she opened her eyes, she saw Sophia clutching her slightly swollen cheek—five distinct finger marks staring back. Sophia’s eyes widened as she pointed an accusing finger. "You... you slapped me?" Bianca shot her a sharp glare, casually rubbing her palm. "Yeah, I hit you. So what? Honestly, I think I went too easy on you. Wanted to land another, but didn’t feel like dirtying my hands." Sophia straightened, ready to step forward and retaliate, but Connor blocked her path with just a look that froze her in place. Matthew wrapped his arms tighter around Serena, glanced coolly at Sophia, and gave a faint smirk. "You’ve got some nerve laying hands on my woman." "Your woman?" Sophia barked out a laugh. "Matthew, are you sure you’ll still be saying that once you know who she really is?" Her tone sharpened. "Do you even know what she’s been sneaking around doing behind your ba