Chapter 123

EMILIA

I don’t know how long I stand there, staring at the spot Diana just left.

Everything feels unreal—like the air’s been punched out of the room and hasn’t returned. I clench my fists, willing myself to move, and head for Tessa’s room.

I try not to think about what Diana said. Try not to picture her face. Try not to feel anything at all.

When I reach the door, I notice the lock—turned from the outside. The key’s still in the handle. All I have to do is twist it.

I open the door.

Tessa’s on the floor, legs crossed, laptop balanced on her knees. Reading glasses perched on her nose. She squints at me.

“You’re dressed up,” she says, dryly. “So I’m guessing the surprise went well? I’m also guessing you got rid of the psychopath? I would’ve called you, but she took my phone like I was being punished.”

I don’t answer. Just move to the ground beside her, awkward in my dress. I smooth it out and lean over to peek at her screen.

“Are y