Chapter 68

"My volume hardly qualifies as loud," Eva said. "I didn't even raise my voice." Victoria was speechless. Eva glanced at Victoria's tense profile. For a split second, she was reminded of the first time they met. And before she could stop herself, the words slipped out. "If that incident hadn't happened back then, do you think we could've been lifelong friends?" "No," Victoria replied without hesitation. Eva's personality was too restless. Even if that incident had never happened, they wouldn't have remained friends forever. "In that case, let's talk about Leon." Eva wasn't surprised by her answer. "You don't want his attention on you, and you don't want him meddling in your life." Victoria turned to look at her, unable to figure out what she was after. "Neither do I." Eva met her gaze, unwavering. "On this, our goals align." "What are you trying to say?" Victoria's eyes flickered with emotion. "A partnership," Eva said plainly, stating her purpose. "I'll give you all my s