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Chapter 28

Hilary stepped into the grand foyer of her home, the familiar scent of polished wood and fresh flowers a stark contrast to the turmoil swirling within her. Her father, a successful businessman with a stern demeanor and an unwavering belief in the power of discipline, was seated in the grand living room, engrossed in a newspaper, his brow furrowed in concentration.

"Dad," Hilary said, her voice barely a whisper. "I need to talk to you."

Her father looked up from his newspaper, his gaze sharp and inquisitive. "What is it, Hilary?"

"I... I need to go to Ganaesly's house to study," Hilary said, her words tumbling out in a rush. "She's really good at math, and I need all the help I can get."

Her father, ever the pragmatist, shook his head. "No, Hilary. You've been spending too much time with that girl lately. You need to focus on your own studies, not rely on others."

Hilary's heart sank. She had hoped he would understand, that he would see the urgency of her situation. But his
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