“[ went to the hospital out of kindness to check on your grandmother. It’s her good fortune. Now you’re accusing me of murder. I’m truly unlucky to have crossed paths with the two of you. Leave this instant!”

“Madam, it’s pouring outside. It’s dangerous for her to go out now,” Derek interjected on Millie’s behalf.

“What does that matter? I don’t care about her safety. This ungrateful girl isn’t worth my concern.”

Celeste was consumed with anger at being unjustly accused of murder. She vowed never to forgive Millie for this.

“What’s more, if her grandmother dies, it would be even better. She’s impoverished and dealing with a sick grandmother. I’m no philanthropist, nor am I obligated to take on their responsibilities. Marcus, I’ve already urged you to finalize the divorce agreement. Why haven’t you done it?”

“Oh, so you’re finally being honest.” Millie sneered at the revelation.

the servants trembled

but don’t think for a second that you’ll escape the

Millie turned to leave, Marcus stepped in

this

that an ordinary girl like me and

I’m ordinary and poor?

Millie’s eyes.

dash out into the rain. Yet, in no time, someone followed and

what are

Marcus ascended the stairs and unceremoniously dropped her onto the large

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