Chapter 316

As long as the Whites kept things tightly sealed, even someone as capable as Sonia would find it impossible to uncover the family's true situation. Valerie decided without hesitation. "We'll find a stand-in to pose as Kate and have Bella live with her at Azure Bay." Ignoring the disapproval on Lucius' face, she said firmly, "Keeping the enemy close is the only way to observe her every move." … The next morning, Valerie arrived at campus in a refreshed mood. The moment she stepped through the gates, dozens of eyes turned toward her. Whispers followed in her wake, but she paid them no attention. It was obvious that news of her beating Lydia had spread through Arcton University. "V-Valerie!" The voice came from behind, sounding soft and cautious. Valerie stopped and turned around. It was Tessa, the young woman who had been bullied. After a night of rest, Tessa's face had mostly healed. The swelling was gone, and she looked far more pleasant than she had yesterday. With her r