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Chapter 13: Kathlyn’s Mockery

Author: Mercy ND🌈
last update Last Updated: 2023-08-10 06:14:26

Kourtney turned around and caught sight of Kathlyn, the home-wrecker, approaching her from the living room. She noticed a hint of surprise flash on her little sister’s face. However, it quickly disappeared as her expression turned into a menacing smirk.

”Kourtney, I didn't expect to see you here.” She heard the annoyingly coquettish voice of Kathlyn once again. Anger and irritation started brewing within her.

“I live here, so where else should I be?” She replied with a sneer.

Kathlyn was taken aback for a moment and seemed disturbed. She has known Kourtney since birth, and she understood her all too well.

She knew that Kourtney was the type of person who would move out and probably cut ties with their family after what had happened today. After all, she had snatched her fiancé, Brandon, and their parents had supported the affair, even giving their blessings for Kathlyn to marry him in Kourtney’s place.

It seems she had underestimated Kourtney's resilience and determination. Deep down,
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