Chapter 153

Valeria’s POV

“Honestly, I could understand Gideon and Callum’s pain,” I said, my voice cold and steady as I folded the napkin and placed it on the table. “They’ve always wanted me. But you…” I trailed off, locking eyes with him, ensuring my words hit their mark. “You settled for me. So don’t tell me anything you think I don’t already know.”

I stood, my chair scraping softly against the floor as I