Shattered Deception

Everyone fell silent, and the atmosphere soon grew awkward.

Valerie turned to Phoebe in surprise, feeling as though she had been lied to.

Wait, so these two aren't related by blood? Why didn't anyone tell me this before?

She shifted her gaze toward Donovan, wondering if Phoebe had romantic feelings for him given the shy look she had just given him.

Phoebe appeared visibly uncomfortable, but it was