Chapter 889:

Harlee knew her mother’s worry was rooted in love, but she had her own plans. She had no intention of showing mercy to Etta.

Her mind was set on making Etta suffer before casting her into the snake pit.

Yet, seeing Skyla’s concern and Callie’s desperate plea, Harlee felt a momentary pull of compassion.

“I’ll agree to spare Etta’s life, but don’t think she will walk away unscathed,” Harlee said calmly.

A fresh wave of dread quickly replaced Callie’s fleeting relief.

Her heart pounded painfully in her chest.

Harlee carefully set her teacup down, her movements deliberate and composed.

“She will be disfigured, crippled, stripped of her diploma, and robbed of everything she holds dear.

Do you still wish to plead for her?”

sharp gasp when she

to Skyla, silently imploring her to speak up for Etta one last

Skyla averted her gaze, unwilling

against the despair. She turned to Harlee, her expression

life comes at such a cost. I’ll accept it

alive. No matter how broken Etta returned, she

com

be

answer she had been waiting for, Callie, who had been holding herself together for

gave way beneath her, and she collapsed to

pity appeared

been by her side for decades and was like family

When she wakes up, ensure she is

her lips trembling

“Mom, if you really…”

Harlee off with a subtle shake

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