Chapter 226

CLAIRE's POV

I sat at the dining table, nervously picking at my food. I hated having dinner with Eliana and Diana. They were always so bubbly and talkative, while I just wanted to finish my meal in silence. Vera, was sitting at the head of the table, chatting with my father about some business deal. I couldn't care less about their conversation.

All I wanted was to be back in my room, practicing and honing my powers.

An awkward silence fell over the dining room, and I tensed up even more. Eliana and Diana were giggling about something, but I couldn't bring myself to ask them what was so funny. I just wanted this dinner to be over already.

Finally, my father spoke up. "Claire, have you heard about the annual clan competition coming up?"

I shook my head, not really interested. But Eliana and Diana practically squealed with excitement.

"Oh, we can't wait for it!" Eliana exclaimed.

"It's always so much fun," Diana added.

I just looked at them, confused. "What is it?" I asked my father.

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