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The Breaking Point

Author: Moonbunnie
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-24 01:58:44

“... the war is against the president who we found out last year at the campaign ground in Venice is Mr. Windsor’s estranged son…”

“...Why would the president want to do such a thing to his ex-wife? Destroying a home willed to charity is like taking shelter from the poor. People are rallying to protect this property against the president’s harsh declaration…”

Signoral stared at the screen of her tablet, watching the documentary on Ranya’s mother’s house, which had quickly gone viral. The news anchor’s voice echoed in her head, the words stirring rage deep within her chest.

“...a historic home with irreplaceable sentimental value, one tied to the philanthropic efforts of the Windsor family. It’s clear that the public outcry will not be silenced as people rally behind this cause...”

Ready to stop watching such an infuriating show, she paused as Calista’s face appeared, standing in the yard of the house, her expression filled with resolve and passion. She stood confidently, laying out po
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