Seraphine's POV
Lucian occupied the chair at his desk, flanked by Justin standing nearby, while I nestled into the corner of his office alongside Vesperus and Storm. My attention remained fixed on my father; did he believe I was oblivious to his actions? Did he think I hadn’t overheard the conversation revolving around me?
He sought to exploit me, just as he had exploited my mother. In a brief chapter of my life, he even placed blame on me for her demise, when he was the true culprit. And now, he had the audacity to be present.
I yearned to distance myself from him. All I desired was a life where I could embrace humanity and compassion, much like my mother. I had come here for a fresh start, aspiring to rediscover my humanity. However, upon encountering Lucian, that aspiration seemed to
