The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2596

Mara just gave a cold smirk. “What’s so tiring about it? No amount of hardship can compare to what you and Victoria have to endure. She’s got to juggle the choir and look after me, and I’m just dead weight. You and Victoria bear the brunt of it, that’s for sure.”

Victoria’s face soured. “If you’ve got an issue, we can talk in private. There’s no need for

these snide remarks.”

“Oh? I was just saying you and Dad are working hard, that’s all. Can’t I even say that? You sure like to butt in, don’t you? I already told you I won’t be your responsibility anymore. Can’t I even vent a little?”

Her fork listlessly poked at the food on her plate, and Elton, seeing this, tapped her plate sharply.

“Eat properly when you’re at the table. What’s with the attitude? Is there some beef between you two sisters? If there’s something to say, spit it out. No need for the passive-aggressiveness.”

With that said, the two girls fell silent once more.

On the way to school, they didn’t exchange a single glance, as if they were sworn enemies

all of a sudden.

by the minds of his

leads to prosperity in all things. It is such a simple truth, yet why is it so hard

day on, Mara never initiated a conversation with Victoria.

began to feel

at fault, yet she didn’t apologize. Didn’t she have any

Victoria went to school for rehearsal. Distracted by Mar actions, she made

may not have said it outright, but her looks were

don’t want to rehearse, just say so to the teacher. Don’t let

and Balfour’s condescending advice only made her feel more aggrieved. “The

might not have spoken, but aren’t her glares obvious enough? We’re all pressed for time here, and we can’t afford to waste it because of you.

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ruined by one

calling me the bad apple?” Victoria asked incredulously, pointing at herself as Balfour remained silent.

attitude, the outcome is clear. Remember, you hold an important role