Chapter 78

　　Serena's POV. 　　“You shouldn't have cut me off,” I said, trying to sound stern as I dressed. Ross chuckled, a knowing glint in his eye. 　　"You enjoyed it, and now you're complaining," he teased. 　　I scoffed, feeling my cheeks grow warm despite myself. The memories of what had just happened still lingered, and I couldn't deny the truth in his words. 　　As I finished dressing, I stood up, and Richard, who was also getting dressed, caught my attention. 　　"Why did you beat Penny's sister?" I asked, my voice firm. 　　Richard's expression turned ugly, and he hissed, but Ross interjected, "I just need to put her in her place.” 　　"Not enough reason to hit her," I said, my voice rising. "The last time I checked, she slapped me, not both of you." 　　Ross raised an eyebrow. "What did you do that she slapped you?" he asked, his tone curious. 　　I couldn't respond, and Ross let out a bitter chuckle. 　　"You see? You were innocent, but she thought you were weak. That's why she hit you. I needed to put