Ruby didn't even blink.
But Jepsi saw the way Julian's jaw tightened… the way Milo gripped the side of the car door like he might cry again… and the subtle shift in Adrian's posture, like he was ready to lunge at the first signal.
And that made her grin wider.
"You act so strong, Ruby… but deep down, you know the truth, don't you?" Her voice dipped, low and taunting.
"He chose someone else. He chose the idea of someone better. Someone prettier. Richer. More exciting. Someone who promised him the world… while you were too busy playing businesswitch."
She leaned in slightly, voice full of poison. "Do you know what I think? I think Karl got bored of you."
That hit like a dart.
Julian flinched.
Milo turned sharply, lips trembling.
Adrian's hands curled into fists behind his back.
But Ruby didn't move.
