Nick's face flushed with anger. "I don't need you bossing me around. Mom and Dad agreed that I can quit learning, so why are you still on my case?"Hugh shot back, "If you weren't my little brother, I wouldn't bother with you."Emma stood silently, reflecting. Nick, at around ten years old, was clearly the spoiled prince of the house. It made her think of her own sister, Rihanna, who never dared to throw a tantrum. Even when scared and crying, Rihanna would hide in her room, quietly shedding tears; her maturity broke Emma's heart.As she thought of her sister, Emma's resolve to work hard and make money solidified. Only by standing on her own two feet could she hope to improve their lives.Meanwhile, Jelena Henderson, the Molloy family's maid, looked awkward. "Hugh, Brett from New Music Academy is here with the new teacher."Hugh, without looking up, grumbled, "Tell them to wait. I've got to deal with this brat first."Jelena gestured toward the guests. "Please, have a seat."Hop
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