Seraphina Donahue's sobs broke the silence, a harsh slap from a spoiled rich kid still stinging on her cheek as he called her worthless.

Elijah Ulbricht stepped out of the bar, got into his car, and dialed Amber Granger: "The networking's done. Heading home now. See you later." His car sped off into the night.

In Craneville, the nightlife buzzed.

Octavia Donahue, in a light summer dress, pushed open the VIP lounge door.

Her father had been revived, but remained unconscious.

The Donahue family business had been taken over, and after settling their debts, Octavia was left with barely enough to cover a week's worth of hospital bills. Out of options, she looked for quick ways to make money.

All the while, a hidden camera recorded everything.

...

The Donahue family's downfall was the talk of Craneville, putting everyone on edge.

Brittany Lynette kept a close eye on the news.

Learning that Seraphina once had eyes for Isaac Salter, she couldn't help feeling bitter.

sure had charm, changing his look and catching the eye of a society

Always the ladies' man!

about her usual business, her interactions with

of worry, always wanting to stick by her side, desperate

unable to reveal her

was thriving, Brittany landing several

had his doubts about Brittany, thinking a woman couldn't match up to

her performance over the past

gathering, Knox made

"Grandpa."

the old man living in a country mansion, rarely stepping foot in

presence at the

cause trouble, instinctively stepping in front of Brittany: "Dad, what

look and

Brittany approached and affectionately

seen everything you've done these

will follow your lead. I'm confident

over the family business to Bri was improper. But this is a new era; who says a woman can't

Brittany's hand, he said earnestly: "Bri, I was wrong before. I promise, I won't let you be wronged

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