Coercion

Vespera glared at Yvonne, seething with anger. It had always been like this since childhood. Yvonne constantly took what was hers, even though she already had all the love and expectations from their parents. She would steal Vespera’s toys and tear her old dolls to shreds, always with the same excuse: “It’s yours, so I can do whatever I want with it.”

But Aurora & Vespera wasn’t just some old doll. It was her career, her dream, her dignity—her only hope of leaving this family and making it on her own. She had poured her heart and soul into this brand, working tirelessly on designs, because it was what she loved most.

And now, Yvonne waltzed in, demanding that Vespera hand over Aurora & Vespera. Just like that.

There was no way Vespera would give it up. This brand was hers, and no one could take it away!

“No way! I’ll never give it to you!” Vespera snapped. “And Elowen better not touch my designs!”

The thought of Elowen getting her hands on her work made Vespera sick. She couldn’t bear