Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Ruby stood there, her mind a scrambled mess, as she clutched her reddening cheek. "Dad, why did you hit me?" she asked, her voice a mix of confusion and hurt.

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Ruby and Lauren were both overpowered by Billy's intimidating presence. They didn't understand his sudden outburst and could only glare back in anger, bewildered.

Billy's gaze was icy as it fixed on Ruby. "Ruby, how could you do such a thing?" he demanded.

Puzzled, Ruby replied, "What did I do?"

"Your classmates came to my office," Billy continued, his voice rising, "claiming you sold them out to some men."

beat, then she retorted, "Dad, I have no idea what

at the last party, when they came to celebrate finding your biological parents, you turned around and sold them out to some sleazy

have proof? If they

the truth from Ruby herself. Lauren jumped to her daughter's defense. "Ruby wouldn't do such a thing. Those classmates of hers are just jealous because we're well off. They're trying to smear her name!" Taking Ruby's hand, Lauren said firmly,

to them tomorrow and clear things up." Ruby's demeanor showed no signs of deceit. Billy watched Ruby as she

rooms. Xavier was there, too. He and I left together. How was I supposed to know they'd get drunk? How could I have known they'd hook up with sleazy guys and do such lowly

believe others over her!" Billy was at a loss

at the restaurant. Hattie and Garrett, hearing the car, came out to see. They exchanged a knowing look upon seeing Oliver's vehicle. Their resistance to Oliver's kindness towards Josefina was waning. If Oliver wanted to pursue

and she couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed.

a warm smile. "I had the kitchen whip up some snacks for you. Come in

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