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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sister Naomi, and my fiancé Antonio all surrounded her.

housekeeper brought a

said in unison,

with happiness.

Naomi, and Antonio.

28 Vouchers

from the hospital. Have you guys

Naomi all

suit, he saw me walking out of

you’re awake. Come here. Let’s celebrate

in the expressions of

I’m sorry. I wasn’t feeling well yesterday and couldn’t pick you up from prison. You’re not mad at me,

I sneered inwardly.

Antonio beat me to it, saying, “Grace

to me, “Grace, it’s my birthday today.

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“I want Antonio.”

else said anything. They were all

the most shameless person

ever seen.

if I say no?”

Kyla’s face stiffened.

in another language,

was just joking. I didn’t expect Grace to take

in the same language, “Don’t be upset, Kyla. Grace is nothing like me. She’s

heart, Kyla. You know your mom and I think of you as

nodded. “And you’re my

sweet

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