Chapter 8

Gabrielle

"I can't believe what you're telling me, sweetie. That foolish child has the audacity to work for the opposition and go against her father's company? Didn't she claim to love her father?" My mom scoffs angrily after I've shared the news about Ella's new job.

"That's right, Mom. That insignificant, worthless individual actually dared to challenge me, Mom. She had the nerve to attempt to be me again. But, Mommy dearest, mark my words, I won't let her steal my spotlight. Never!" I declare, and she smiles with satisfaction.

If you're wondering why I'm so opposed to Ella's success, it's simply because I despise her. I detest her like I've never detested anyone before.

She and my father are the two people I hate most in my life, and fortunately, one of them is no longer with us.

"If Ella believes she can outshine me, Mom, I'll stop her. Because the only wa