At that moment, Odie, standing behind Sandy, chimed in, "Ms. Sandy is right. Who'd be foolish enough to mess with the heiress of the Pollard family? That's a one-way ticket to trouble." Sandy, brimming with pride, lifted her chin and said, "Glad you understand."

Odie's gaze turned icy. Sophie knew Odie loathed those who flaunted their wealth. She feared Odie might lose his cool and lash out at Sandy, so she quickly intervened, "Ms. Sandy, let's not forget Mr. Odie has kindly taken us in. After all, he was once your fiancé. You should be more respectful."

"Exactly, Sandy. Ms. Sophie is right on the money. You really need to learn some manners. It's not okay to throw your weight around. Not everyone's going to go easy on you just because you're the Pollard heiress," Angelo said, trying to be the voice of reason.

Sandy frowned defiantly. "But Daddy always said a girl's got to be tough and not let anyone push her around. Should I listen to you or to Daddy?"

...

Angelo felt a twinge of frustration.

Ever since she was little, their father had spoiled Sandy, giving her nothing but the best and never letting her face any hardships. This upbringing made Sandy spoiled and willful, thinking her status as the Pollard heiress would shield her from any consequences.

And it had, except for that one time when Sandy angered Colby by helping Vanessa.

Now, their father was thinking maybe it was time for Sandy to face some real challenges. Depending on the family wouldn't cut it forever. Who would stand by her unconditionally after he was gone?

Colby, and everything's taken care of. You've been out

quickly said, "We... we're not done having fun yet. We want

at

Devonport for days, and there wasn't much left to see. Why was her brother so reluctant

more days?"

"Y-yes, a

case, why not stay

the

Estate with us? It'll

with more

suggested.

Angelo instinctively wanted to

Odie cut him off,

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