Chương 48: No One Was Spared

"Are you trying to shush me? Did I lie?" Stephanie asked, batting her lashes at Stella, who shot her a sharp look, hinting at Adam's presence.

Stephanie caught the silent warning, but instead of backing down, she leaned into it, a sly smile curling on her lips. "Oh, please. We're all family here. We all know each other's secrets. My brother knows exactly when and how his second daughter decided to get her body altered, so why act like it's a shock now?"

Aurora sat quietly, watching the scene unfold with an odd mix of fascination and discomfort. She had always known Aunt Stephanie had a sharp tongue, but seeing her go after Adam with such casual cruelty was something else. Her aunt didn't spare anyone.

Adam's jaw tightened, and his gaze darkened at the reminder of Olivia's decision to get plastic surgery. The shame of it still lingered, but he didn't have the opportunity to speak before Stephanie continued.