Seraphine’s POV
Isabella was welcomed by Liz’s radiant smile, though it struck me that it had been quite some time since I’d witnessed such genuine warmth from her. It was clear that she was overjoyed to be reunited with Vesperus’s sister, but that sentiment did not extend to me. Her affection for Isabella was in stark contrast to her feelings toward me.
But what truly baffle me was how was I unaware she knew Vesperus along his sister.
After hugging Isabella, Liz’s demeanor shifted dramatically when she turned to face Lucian and me. The kindness that had graced her face earlier was replaced by a facade concealing her true emotions.
“I’ve come here with news from the council,” Liz declared, her gaze fixed on Lucian, who currently resided within my body. The intense animosity in her eyes
