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In \u201cWings of Broken Time,\u201d Sapphira and her daughter Larissa engage in a light-hearted conversation in the car, where Larissa expresses her frustration towards Vivica\u2019s hostile demeanor. Sapphira admires Larissa\u2019s assertiveness, appreciating her ability to stand up for herself. As they drive, Larissa contacts Finley to check on the herb garden he was instructed to prepare, revealing a complex dynamic between them, especially given their family situation with Leopold in a coma.<\/p>\n
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Upon arriving at the Judson estate, Larissa is welcomed by her pet snakes, who show affection towards her. She then heads to inspect the garden, where Finley awaits with a stoic expression. Despite his indifference, Larissa playfully compliments his work, which he receives with annoyance. Their interaction is filled with tension as Larissa\u2019s teasing pushes Finley\u2019s buttons, highlighting their complicated relationship.<\/p>\n
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As Larissa directly challenges Finley\u2019s competence and hints at taking over Starlight Media, he remains silent but visibly frustrated. Larissa\u2019s confidence and her strategic manipulation of the situation become apparent as she mentions her plans to visit an auction house, which raises Finley\u2019s suspicions. He is wary of her intentions, knowing that her presence often complicates his plans.<\/p>\n
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Ultimately, Larissa\u2019s casual dismissal of Finley\u2019s concerns and her ultimatum regarding Starlight Media solidify her position of power in their relationship. Finley\u2019s reluctance to accompany her to the auction house underscores the tension between them, as he recognizes that being with Larissa often leads to trouble. The chapter encapsulates themes of power dynamics, familial loyalty, and the struggle for control amidst personal turmoil.<\/p>\n
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In the car, Sapphira couldn\u2019t help but laugh. \u201cYou\u2019re as mischievous as ever, Larissa. Vivica looked like she was about to crush that food container.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cMom, you saw the way she was looking at me,\u201d Larissa said matter\u2013of\u2013factly. \u201cShe looked like she wanted me dead. I\u2019m not the type to just take it. Why should I coddle her? She\u2019s allowed to have a temper, but I\u2019m not?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sapphira loved that about her. At least she knew how to stand up for herself.\u00a0<\/p>\n
On the way, Larissa called Finley.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIs the herb garden I asked you to prepare ready?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s ready,\u201d he answered, his voice thick with reluctance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cGood. Meet me there. I\u2019m coming to inspect your work.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2026Fine.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sapphira, sitting beside her, couldn\u2019t make sense of it. Leopold was in a coma, yet Finley, his older brother, was still taking orders from Larissa. She had no idea what kind of hold Larissa had on him, but it was utterly baffling.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Back at the Judson estate\u2019s east villa, Larissa had barely stepped into her room when Shadow, Snowy, and Sage, hearing her arrival, slithered over to her, winding around her\u00a0<\/p>\n
ankles.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDid you miss me?\u201d she cooed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The three small snakes bobbed their heads in unison.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa got them each two freeze\u2013dried spiders from the cabinet before heading out to the plot of land Finley had prepared.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finley was already there, his face a mask of indifference. \u201cGo ahead. Inspect it.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The plot had been tilled and cleared, and a neat fence with a small gate had been built around it, just as she had specified.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cYou know, Finley,\u201d Larissa said playfully, \u201cyou\u2019re far too modest. This actually looks quite professional. You have a real talent for farm work. If you don\u2019t end up inheriting Starlight Media, you can always come work for me as a gardener.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t insult me,\u201d he said through gritted teeth.\u00a0<\/p>\n
was complimenting you,\u201d she replied, feigning surprise.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finley was silent. He took a deep breath. \u201cThen please don\u2019t.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa shrugged. \u201cFine, I\u2019ll be direct. You\u2019re useless, and you\u2019ll never get Starlight Media back. But if you behave, I might let you manage my herb garden.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finley said nothing, but his expression screamed, \u201cJust stop talking!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He didn\u2019t dare say it out loud.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa, fully aware that Finley was desperately searching for the poison expert at the Regal City auction house, decided to poke the bear. \u201cI\u2019m going to the biggest auction house in Regal City tonight. Care to join me?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finley\u2019s brow furrowed in suspicion. \u201cWhat are you going there for?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had just posted a guard there yesterday to watch for the mysterious poison expert. Now, Larissa suddenly announced she was going. Was it just a coincidence? Or was this another one of her schemes to ruin his plans?\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI heard they have all sorts of rare and priceless treasures you can\u2019t find anywhere else,\u201d Larissa said nonchalantly. \u201cNow that I\u2019m a proper Judson heiress, I figured I should go broaden my horizons.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
ler casual attitude only made Finley more wary.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m not going,\u201d he said flatly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He wasn\u2019t stupid. Going anywhere with her was asking for trouble.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Larissa shrugged. \u201cFair enough. If Starlight Media doesn\u2019t show improvement this month, you\u2019ll be handing it over to me next month. I suppose you don\u2019t have time to waste at auction houses. I\u2019ll just go by myself, then.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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As the car rolled away from the Judson estate, Sapphira felt a mix of pride and concern for Larissa. The young woman was blossoming into a force of nature, unafraid to confront those who underestimated her. Yet, the playful banter with Finley masked a deeper tension\u2014one that hinted at the precarious balance of power between them. Larissa\u2019s confidence was admirable, but Sapphira couldn\u2019t shake the feeling that her daughter was walking a tightrope, one that could easily snap under the weight of ambition and rivalry. The laughter in the car faded as the reality of their situation loomed large; the stakes were higher than ever, especially with Leopold\u2019s fate hanging in the balance.<\/p>\n
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In the herb garden, Larissa\u2019s sharp tongue and playful jabs at Finley revealed a complex relationship built on both camaraderie and competition. Each interaction was a dance of dominance, with Larissa clearly relishing the upper hand. Yet, beneath the bravado, Sapphira sensed an underlying vulnerability in both of them\u2014Finley, desperate to reclaim his family\u2019s legacy, and Larissa, striving to carve her own path amidst the chaos. As they prepared for the auction, Sapphira couldn\u2019t help but wonder what awaited them in Regal City. Would Larissa\u2019s audacity lead her to victory, or would it unravel the fragile threads of loyalty and ambition that bound them all? The night ahead promised not just treasures but revelations that could alter the course of their lives forever.<\/p>\n
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In the next chapter, readers can expect the tension between Larissa and Finley to escalate as they prepare for their fateful visit to the Regal City auction house. With Larissa\u2019s bold declaration of her intentions, the stakes are higher than ever, and it\u2019s clear that she has a plan in mind that could potentially disrupt Finley\u2019s own quest for the elusive poison expert. As Larissa embraces her role as a Judson heiress, her confidence may lead her to uncover secrets that could change everything, not just for herself, but for Finley and the future of Starlight Media. Will her curiosity put her in danger, or will it reveal opportunities she never anticipated?<\/p>\n
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Moreover, the dynamics of their relationship will be put to the test. Finley\u2019s reluctance to accompany Larissa hints at a deeper conflict brewing beneath the surface. As he grapples with his feelings of frustration and helplessness, the question remains: how far will he go to protect his family\u2019s legacy? The auction house promises to be a setting ripe for unexpected encounters and revelations. Will Larissa\u2019s bravado lead her into a trap, or will she find the answers she seeks? Prepare for a chapter filled with intrigue, unexpected alliances, and the ever-present shadow of danger lurking just around the corner.<\/p>\n
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland\u2019s breathtaking cold.<\/p>\n
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