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Grace

The next day, I follow Tristin’s assistant into the headquarters of the RB. It’s a glass tower in the heart of the city, outshining the architecture of the other towers.

Once, I assessed their designs for my projects. Now, I am here, walking through the glass doors, straight to the elevator to get a job.

I wouldn’t have dreamt of this in the past. Mom and Dad would have never let me work because they wanted Lily to always be successful using my work. They couldn’t risk letting the world know that I am behind everything she ever claimed to design.

Her thought makes me halt in the lobby. The big screen in the waiting area displays the breaking news of today.

Mom’s angry face, and Dad’s disgusted eyes. Everything reeks of evil in the video that is playing. Her harsh words are recorded in clear audio, leaving no room for doubt. But my face is hidden because I made sure my back was facing the phone.

“ Who do you think is telling the truth? ” A girl asks the other in the waiting area
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Andrea Piper
Ok, is she going to be a weak even when she is taking a stand? That is one thing I hate about female characters. Either they are weaklings or the are overly dramatic… hmph… ...
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Rose Marsolais
It is okay
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