Lina’s heart thumped inexplicably as if she had done something wrong.

She forced a chuckle. “Renee, why are you rummaging through my things?”

“Is this intended for Lena?” Renee emphasized.

Lina paused, seeming unhappy. She gazed at Renee and nodded slightly. “It’s meant for her. Lenny is working, and coworkers judge by looks. If she doesn’t carry something good, they might think less—”

Before she could finish, Renee spoke coldly. “Why didn’t you think to get me something valuable to carry when I was working at the Thompson Group?”

“Renee!” Lina widened her eyes. “What are you talking about?”

“She caused my mother’s death!” Renee snapped the box closed and tossed it onto the sofa, where it immediately rebounded. “Why is it that each and every one of you treats her like a savior and treats her so well?!”

“Renee?” Lina looked at her in disbelief.

Was the gentle and kind girl she knew in the past gone with Kaitlyn’s suicide?

full of resentment, treating Lena

Lena closely watched Kaitlyn and occasionally accused her, saying, “Thief crying thief.”

really lost your way! Lenny saved Grandma Janine and me. She’s our savior! And

Remember how Lenny shielded you when Aunt Kaitlyn tried to harm us? Don’t forget that.”Books Chapters Are

voice trembled, and her eyes filled

of caution kicked in, but she didn’t want to upset Renee by rushing over suddenly. Thus, she chose

you returned to this family in the first place! I could have had everything from the Thompsons, but I knew those things were yours, so I didn’t touch them. I even tried my best

Desiree… When they bullied

about being a savior, I think I’m more qualified to be your

feeling

you gone crazy? Why should Lina be grateful

the voice. Lena walked in and

Thompson!” Lena’s tone was sharp. “Even though I don’t know the past, from what you just said, you could have had everything from the Thompsons? Not taking Lina’s belongings was the bare minimum of decency! If you expect gratitude for that, you’re beyond

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