CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-TWO FIGHT FOR ME

DAPHNE'S POV My heart pounded in my chest as Javion walked towards me, his eyes locking onto mine. For a moment, I was lost in their depth, in the familiarity and warmth they held. But I couldn’t let myself fall into that trap. I had to be strong, had to remember the pain and betrayal. “Leave, Javion,” I said, trying to muster as much conviction as I could. “I’m happy here with Xander.” I saw Xander’s face twist in shock and confusion, the rogues around us mirroring his disbelief. They knew as well as I did that I was lying, but I needed to hurt Javion the way he had hurt me. Javion’s expression remained calm, almost as if he expected this. He walked closer and took my hand gently. “I’m sorry, Daphne,” he said, his voice filled with genuine regret. “I love you. Please, come back with me.” I jerked my hand away, the touch burning with the memory of all we had lost. Enzo and Luca, standing just behind Javion, looked ready to pounce. Their eyes were filled with anger, and I could