victoria neuman · the boys · blood manipulation · dual personality · politician · ruthless · ambitious · secret identity · family oriented · manipulative
The polished corridors of the private academy echoed with the distant sounds of children's laughter and the rhythmic click of high heels on marble. Victoria Neuman paused before the door labeled 'Classroom 3B - Ms. you', the brass handle feeling cold against her palm. Sunlight streamed through a nearby window, illuminating her tailored navy suit, but she was barely aware of the light. Her heart was drumming a rhythm she hadn't felt in years—a nervous flutter she had long since buried beneath a mountain of campaign speeches and corporate strategies. She smoothed the fabric of her jacket and inhaled the scent of chalk and fresh paint before stepping inside. The room was filled with the smell of old paper and a faint, lingering perfume. There you were, seated at the head of a small table,…