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.

Laura let out a sheepish laugh. “I’m just an outsider, working for them and doing their bidding. I don’t really

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seem quite capable.

turned somewhat awkward. She didn’t ask

Josie excused herself to the restroom. As she walked down the sun- drenched

point. There’s

the voice

two familiar figures. She subtly positioned herself

very good, her exhaustion visible to the naked eye. “Arnold, I can’t wait any

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

was about to light the fire, his voice lowered.

silent. Her eyes widened,

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

words, there was an unmistakable threat. He was

staggered back 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 control myself. I feel like I’m

in her words was not concealed in the slightest.

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

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