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.

out a sheepish laugh. “I’m just an outsider, working for them

***

quite capable. You should

She didn’t ask what specifically was being tested.

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

We’ve reached this point. There’s no turning back

was unmistakably the voice

spotting two familiar figures. She subtly positioned herself

mental state was still not very good, her exhaustion visible to

cigarette in frustration. “I’ve had enough of this life. Do you know how that b*tch looks at

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

silent. Her eyes widened, filled with boundless fear.

“If you can tolerate it, then endure. If you can’t, I’ll find a

threat. He

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

words was not concealed in the

don’t want to?” Arnold growled. “I want Morgan to disappear more than

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