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!”

insufferably

commanding. “Emma had nothing to do with your return, Lillian.” His unexpected presence startled both women.

she couldn’t escape the truth. Alex, holding an investigation report, offered her a chance to confess.

her in a rare show of anger. His mother rushed to protect Lillian,

sister.

at them. “Your daughter sold

report fell open at the matriarch’s feet, 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.

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