Chapter 2

Seven years ago, I had already been admitted to the National Confidential Science Research Institute.

But before I could decide whether I’d go or not, my parents

sent me to prison.

During those seven years in prison, I came to understand everything. So, before I was released, I reapplied for the institute’s position.

I received a reply shortly after I sent the email.

“Ten days later, on December 10th, a special car will pick you up at 9 p.m. sharp.”

Ten days…

I closed my eyes again.

I was so glad. All I had to do was endure ten more days; then I could leave this place where no one loved me for good.

The next morning, I was awakened by the commotion from the living room.

Groggily, I opened my eyes, washed up, and walked out of my

room.

Kyla came back and was in the living room.

She sat on the sofa in a white dress, like a princess.

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and my fiancé Antonio all surrounded her.

housekeeper brought a cake out.

in unison, “Happy

with

Dad, Mom, Naomi,

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been discharged from the hospital. Have you guys got me any gifts?”

and Naomi all

Antonio was about to follow suit, he

here. Let’s celebrate Kyla’s birthday

the changes in the expressions of my parents and Naomi.

I’m sorry. I wasn’t feeling well yesterday and couldn’t

I sneered inwardly.

“Grace isn’t a petty person. She won’t hold it against you.”

hand and said to me, “Grace, it’s my birthday today. Why don’t you

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“I want Antonio.”

so blatantly, but no one else said anything. They were all waiting

my fists; Kyla was the

ever seen.

if I say no?”

Kyla’s face stiffened.

suddenly spoke in

expect Grace to take it so

her in the same language, “Don’t be upset, Kyla. Grace is

echoed, “Don’t take it to heart, Kyla. You know your mom and I think of you as our daughter,

“And you’re my only sister,

a sweet family.

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