Of course Lisette remembered exactly how she used to get under Calliope's skin back in the day.

But hearing Calliope's words now? She felt her face flush green with

embarrassment.

She didn't dare throw a tantrum, though. She understood perfectly well: if you were the favorite, you could get away with a little drama, and people would rush to comfort you. But if you weren't? Any attitude just made everyone annoyed with you.

So Lisette just forced a smile and said lightly, "Oh, that's on me. No big deal. I mean, I've already had family photos taken before, but Callie's never had the chance. She totally deserves it.”

"After all, I'm not really family. People should care more about Callie anyway."

She smiled again, playing the same old game. Usually, this kind of self-pity would have everyone rushing to her side, showering her with sympathy, and then they'd all turn on Calliope, scolding her for being unkind.

But this time... nothing. No one took her side.

"So, is this what you used to do? Always

this? Are you saying the Jewell family never treated you right? You think we all owe you something? That just because you were adopted, everyone should

words were sharp as a

she couldn't say

"That's not what I

just feel like I'm only the adopted one here. Callie's the real

much. As long as I've got a on my plate, I'm

over my head

smile.

scoffed, not

if the Jewell family wanted to defend her, they'd always put Calliope first. After all,

losing battle, Lisette wisely

from hand to hand. But everyone was eager to serve Calliope, piling her

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