16 Unraveling Family Tensions

  1. Unraveling Family Tensions

Three days later, Lillian rushed home, wary of igniting Alex’s wrath. His threats, always executed, left no room for delay. Her unexpected return delighted the matriarch, who eagerly updated her on recent events, including Emma’s audacity in reclaiming her gifts.

Lillian’s frustration boiled over. “Where’s Emma? I have to confront her! She’s the reason Alex called

me back!”

arrogance post–divorce. “She’s been insufferably haughty since then, acting

fumed, Alex’s voice interrupted, icy and commanding. “Emma had nothing to do with your return, Lillian.” His unexpected presence startled both

escape the truth. Alex, holding an investigation report, offered her a chance to confess. Terrified of its contents, Lillian broke down, attempting to shift blame

He reprimanded Lillian sharply, his hand striking her in a rare show of anger. His mother rushed to protect Lillian, glaring at Alex for favoring Emma

sister.

their behavior, threw the report at them. “Your daughter sold

revealing Lillian’s reckless actions, leaving no room for denial. Lillian’s insistence that Emma had orchestrated everything was met with Alex’s scornful dismissal. Even the matriarch was shocked at Lillian’s outrageous

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