Chapter 49

With those words, Tabitha turned and walked away. The shadow of those 18 blocks still haunted her. Who else but Michael could afford to buy them? For five years, Sierra had tormented her. Now, with her newfound status, she wouldn't stop until Tabitha was utterly humiliated. Sierra would be more ruthless than ever, trampling on Tabitha's dignity without remorse. Years ago, Tabitha had been dragged across those 18 blocks and thrown in the river. Now, Sierra would walk down those same streets in triumph to celebrate her wedding. How ironic. … In the evening, Atlas called Ian. "Ian, prepare a gift for Tabitha. The more luxurious, the better." Understanding the importance of the task, Ian assured Atlas that he would handle it meticulously. In a few days, the gift would be delivered to Newtropolis, creating a stir throughout the city. Shortly after the call, Callie arrived at Herbal Emporium, her face flushed with anger upon seeing Atlas still there. She pulled Tabitha aside, speakin