Chapter 76.

Valerie pov

I watched carefully, taking in the expression of horror that flashed across Lydia's face as she heard my words. Her eyes were wide in disbelief, her breathing rapid as she blinked repeatedly, while Evander looked just as stunned, his eyes narrowing in confusion at what I’d just said.

“W-what did you say? Poison? Are you joking?” Lydia asked, her voice thick with shock, as if she expect