Chapter 14

Mom asked me if she was okay. I shook my head and hurried down the podium to help Fredrick carry her body away.

We got the lady to the outhouse and decided to lock her in there.

What if she starts mumbling things that aren't supposed to be out?

We can't afford that risk.

We got to the party and feigned that everything was fine.

We blended in with the rest.

I turned around and saw Sophia coming down in a white gown.

"She's beautiful," I admired her in the presence of my brother, who forged ahead and held her hands.

They both walked into the crowd, and I stood there watching my brother dance with the woman he once hurt the feelings of.

All in the name of helping Mom, I'm gradually letting Fredrick get what he wants.

What if Sophia tends to give her relationship with Fredrick a second chance?

I grumbled and left.

On my way to get a drink, I saw Yulan sneaking out of the party.

Something isn't right.

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