Chapter 84: ‘Supervising’ Chapter 84: ‘Supervising’ She opened her mouth to argue but quickly shut it, her face reddening.

The king wasn’t finished.

“I expect this matter to be resolved as I’ve commanded.

You will work together and represent this family with pride.

“And don’t ever call your sister a servant again.

Do you understand?” King Ikechukwu repeated, his tone leaving no room for argument.

Ebere hesitated, her pride warring with her fear of their father’s growing anger.

She didn’t bother to respond at first, but her mother, sensing the storm brewing, leaned over and pinched her thigh under the table.

Ebere flinched and quickly muttered, “Yes, Father.” King Ikechukwu regarded her closely, his gaze sharp and critical.

He shook his head slightly, a look of disappointment crossing his face.

‘It seems I’ve spoiled her too much,’ he thought.

‘Perhaps it’s time for some corrections.’ Without another word, he rose from his seat, his commanding presence announcing the end of breakfast.

“That will be all.

Make sure my instructions are followed,” he said before walking out of the room.

Everyone else began to leave as well, except for Nnenna.

She remained seated, her mind turning over what had just transpired.

She thought about the king’s parting words regarding credit for the preparations.

He mentioned Ebere taking all the credit as if it were a given, she mused.

he must have forgotten that

what’s mine will eventually be mine.’ Her lips

them underestimate me,’ she

quickly, with Nnenna devoting her time to studying

downstairs and work with her for the birthday preparations, Nnenna chose to also withdraw

mind; she had more important things

hospital had left her far behind in her studies, and she was

the university entrance exam, and the results were due

excited and anxious

and remained diligent, pouring over the study materials and books her eldest brother had

through the pages,

did he know to bring me these specific books on the day I was

he could have chosen,

her eldest brother had some insight into what was happening in the house, about her books and studying materials being

subtly trying to

and she

couldn’t afford to get distracted by

she told herself firmly, diving

had been, she would make good use of

Ebere realized that Nnenna wasn’t going to act unless provoked, she finally left her room

helping, she settled into an already prepared luxurious seat, a plate of delicacies placed beside her, as

only one seat had been set up

planned for her to

landing on a stack of chairs meant for arranging the

friends in the castle, hurried over and quietly placed

act of kindness instantly drew a sharp glare from Ebere, her eyes flashing

stepped between

began, her voice smooth yet piercing, “of course I

space for me, just like they did for you.” She smiled, eyes glinting

remind Father that you still see me as a servant?” She

knew the consequences of such an accusation, and so

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