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."

retorted, "Dad, I have no idea what you're talking

finding your biological parents, you turned around and

a hint of scorn in her voice. "Do these people have proof? If they had any, they'd

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, "Don't be scared, Ruby. We'll go

my classmates. Maybe they're just trying to shake us down. I'll talk to them tomorrow and clear things up." Ruby's demeanor showed no signs of deceit. Billy watched Ruby as

Ruby said helplessly, "Dad, how could I possibly harm my classmates? They were the ones who drank too much. I was kind enough to book their rooms. Xavier was there, too. He and I left together. How

chose to believe others over her!" Billy was at a loss for words. He didn't offer an apology, just trudged upstairs. Ruby watched his retreating figure and let out a

to see. They exchanged a knowing look upon seeing Oliver's vehicle. Their resistance to Oliver's kindness

to find her parents sharing a knowing smile, and she couldn't help but feel a bit embarrassed. It was as if they were teenagers caught in

back," Hattie said with a warm smile. "I had the kitchen whip up some snacks for you. Come in and try them." She took Josefina's hand and led her

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