She was rich since childhood and, thus, had a basic ability to appreciate its value.

She gave a sidelong glance. “It’s not worth much. What’s valuable is her identity.”

Josie glanced at the notice board nearby. It clearly stated that after the exhibition, there would be a small auction. All proceeds from the auction would be donated entirely to impoverished mountainous regions.

“If you say it like that, won’t she get angry?”

Laura propped her chin with one hand, glancing at Heather, who was being entertained by Mark. “She? She has no say in matters, not like Summer.”

Her tone was dismissive, not showing the slightest bit of respect.

“What about you?” Josie suddenly asked.

Laura was taken aback. “What?”

“Do you have more say than Summer now?”

Josie’s pupils were pitch black, and she looked at her very seriously.

laugh. “I’m just an outsider, working for them and

***

quite capable. You

smile turned somewhat awkward. She didn’t ask what specifically was being

excused herself to the restroom. As she walked down the sun- drenched corridor, a sudden argument echoed from a

disagree. We’ve reached this point.

the voice

familiar figures. She subtly positioned herself to stay out of their

her exhaustion visible to the naked eye. “Arnold,

enough of this life. Do you know how that b*tch looks at me? She’s taken everything from me! That b*tch. I’m leaving.

to light the fire, his voice lowered. “Don’t forget. None of

fell silent. Her eyes widened, filled with

endure. If you can’t, I’ll find a way to make

an unmistakable threat. He was clearly not referring to

several steps, her hand on her forehead. She paced restlessly back and forth, finally gritting her teeth and saying, “Then you figure out a way to get Josie away from Morgan. I saw her again today! Arnold! Every time I see her, I can’t

was not concealed in

“I want Morgan to

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