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Malia

The morning light seeped through my curtains, a soft glow spilling into the unfamiliar room. For a moment, I forgot where I was. But then the weight of my new identity crashed down on me. Lia. Jude's so-called daughter.

My reflection in the mirror was still jarring. I ran my fingers through my newly golden hair, staring into eyes that weren’t mine. I was used to seeing someone else in the mirror after Jude’s spell, but it still felt like a cruel joke.

With a sigh, I turned away from my reflection. There was no use fighting it. Jude had made it clear what was at stake if I tried. I couldn’t afford to let him ruin my parents’ lives or my own any further.

I grabbed my bag and headed downstairs.

Jude stood by the stove, flipping eggs as if he hadn't threatened my entire world just hours ago. "Eat," he ordered, not looking up.

"I'm not hungry."

His eyes flicked to me, sharp as ever. "You have a long day ahead. Act normal."

I sat down, barely touching the food, before pushing my pla
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