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Cracks in the facade

The next morning, Suzanne slept longer than usual, the weight of everything still hanging over her. She finally stirred from her slumber and rushed downstairs to make breakfast, but as she stepped into the dining room, she froze.There, sitting at the table, was her husband. Charles. He was already seated, a breakfast spread laid out before him, the smell of freshly brewed coffee filling the air. When last had Charles stayed till this time in the morning? And when had he returned? She couldn't help but wonder, a small flicker of surprise crossing her mind.Charles looked up and smiled as she approached. "Oh, darling, you're awake," he said, his voice soft but warm. "I made you breakfast."Breakfast?When was the last time Charles had cooked anything in this house? He doesn't even know how to make himself coffee.Suzanne stepped down the last step slowly, her eyes still unsure. As she reached the bottom, Charles stood, walking toward her with an almost tender expression on his face. He
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Breaking point

The two of them stood by a nearby store, talking in hushed tones. Charles looked completely at ease, his posture relaxed as Sarah leaned in, her hand lightly brushing his arm.“Suzanne?” Anna’s voice broke through her daze. “What’s wrong?”Suzanne quickly averted her gaze, shaking her head. “Nothing,” she murmured, though the tightness in her voice betrayed her.Anna followed her line of sight and froze. Her face darkened as she spotted the pair. “That bastard,” she hissed under her breath. “I knew something was off.”“Anna, don’t,” Suzanne whispered, her voice trembling.But Anna was already stepping forward. “Oh, I’m absolutely going to,” she said, her tone sharp with determination.Anna strode toward Charles and Sarah, her heels clicking against the polished floor with purpose. Suzanne reached out to stop her, but it was too late. She could only watch, her stomach knotting with dread, as her sister-in-law closed the distance.“Charles!” Anna called out, her voice slicing through th
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Edge of resolve

Liam drove in silence for a while, his eyes flickering between the road and Suzanne. The tension in the car was thick, and he couldn’t hold it in anymore. He needed to know."How long, Suzanne?" Liam finally asked, his voice low, but there was an undeniable edge of frustration to it. "How long has he been hitting you?"Suzanne stiffened, her heart skipping a beat. She didn’t want to answer. Didn’t want to relive it. But Liam’s gaze was unwavering, his anger barely contained, and it made her uncomfortable in a way she couldn’t explain. She shifted in her seat, looking out the window, pretending the passing scenery could distract her from his question."I—I don’t want to talk about it," she mumbled, trying to avoid his eyes.Liam’s grip on the steering wheel tightened, and for a moment, the silence was deafening. Then, his voice came out harder. "You don’t want to talk about it? You’ve been living in hell, Suzanne, and you don’t want to talk about it? God, this isn’t the life you deserv
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Breaking the chains

Beatrice stood frozen for a moment, her eyes widening in shock. This was the first time Suzanne had ever spoken to her like that—stood up to her with such force. It caught her completely off guard, leaving her momentarily speechless. She had always been able to control Suzanne, belittle her, and make her feel small. But now... now there was a fire in Suzanne’s eyes, a determination that Beatrice had never seen before.For a few seconds, the air was thick with tension, and Suzanne could almost hear the disbelief in Beatrice’s silence. Beatrice’s lips quivered as she tried to form a response, her pride wounded deeply.Finally, she spoke, her voice strained with disbelief, her tone dripping with venom. "Get out? I should leave my son’s house?" she asked, her words almost mocking but laced with shock. She took a step forward, her face red with a mixture of anger and incredulity. "How dare you speak to me like that?"Suzanne didn’t flinch. Her chest rose and fell with controlled breaths, h
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Phoenix rises

The next morning, the entire house was unusually quiet. The tension in the air was palpable as the maids moved about, attending to their duties in near silence. Suzanne walked down the grand staircase, her presence commanding attention. She looked stunning—dressed immaculately, her hair falling perfectly around her shoulders. Every step she took exuded confidence, the weight of the previous day's confrontation still hanging in the air, but now it was like a new, stronger Suzanne had emerged.Charles looked up from his seat at the table, his brow furrowed as he tried to make sense of what was happening. "Where are you going?" he asked, his voice laced with a mix of confusion and irritation.Suzanne didn’t even slow down. She stopped at the bottom of the stairs, turned to him with a look of disbelief, and shot back, "And what sort of stupid question is that, Charles?" Her tone was icy, sharp, and filled with an edge that was new—she was done with him.In the midst of her biting response
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Return of power

Elisa's eyes widened in disbelief, but she quickly masked her shock with a forced smile. She had not expected Paul Nick, of all people, to intervene on Suzanne's behalf. The audacity of the director—who was used to being the one in control—ordering her to apologize was enough to make her blood boil.She hesitated, a flicker of defiance in her eyes as she glanced from Suzanne to Paul, but the pressure in the room was undeniable. The whispers grew louder, the crowd's expectations building, and Elisa could feel the eyes of everyone on her. She was no longer in control of the narrative."Apologize, Elisa," Paul repeated, his voice steady, his posture unwavering.Elisa’s jaw clenched as she reluctantly turned to Suzanne. "Fine," she spat, her voice laced with venom. "I’m sorry," she muttered, barely audible. The insincerity in her tone was unmistakable, but the words left her lips nonetheless.Suzanne, however, was unfazed. She hadn’t expected anything genuine from Elisa. She simply nodded
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Burden of truth

The employee paused, clearly caught off guard by Elisa’s attitude. "Yes, Ms. Moon, you’re also needed. The audition’s for both of you." He didn’t let the tension in the air stop him from doing his job, gesturing for both women to follow him.The two women walked into the room, the atmosphere heavy with competition. The director and a few producers sat at the table, papers in hand, waiting for them to start.Elisa walked in first, her confidence as sharp as ever. She gave them a quick, bright smile. "I’m ready to impress," she said with a hint of challenge in her voice.Suzanne followed, but there was no arrogance in her step—only quiet determination. She knew what she was capable of, and she had nothing to prove to anyone.The director, Paul Nick, cleared his throat, ready to begin. "Ladies," he began, his eyes moving between the two of them, "we're looking for someone who can truly embody the pain and depth of this character. The female lead has suffered years of abuse in her marriag
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Moments of spite

As Suzanne stepped outside the building, she inhaled deeply, trying to shake off the frustration that had been building up all day. Her mind raced, but the cool breeze helped calm her nerves. She turned to the driver and began to tell him to bring her car around when suddenly, another vehicle pulled up in front of her, blocking her path.She paused, brow furrowed, and as the tinted window rolled down, she recognized the man sitting behind the wheel.Dr. Liam Carter.Her heart skipped a beat, though she quickly masked it with a look of annoyance. She crossed her arms, her expression cool as she addressed him."What is it, Dr. Carter? Do you have a problem with me, or are you just following me now?" she asked, her voice sharp but not entirely unamused.Liam leaned back in his seat, a smirk playing on his lips. "I told you, Suzanne," he said, his voice smooth and teasing. "I’m not going anywhere. I won’t stay away from you."Suzanne rolled her eyes, though a small smile tugged at the cor
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Cold confrontation

Liam leaned back in his chair, giving her a playful look as he picked up his fork. "You know, I was just thinking about high school the other day," he said with a mischievous grin. "Remember how everyone thought we were the best couple in school?"Suzanne laughed, taking a sip of her water. "Oh, don't remind me. We were so obnoxious about it," she teased, her eyes twinkling. "I swear, we acted like we had it all figured out, but we were just two kids trying to survive high school."Liam grinned, leaning forward. "We had our moments, though. Remember that one time we went on that epic first date to that tiny diner by the school? I think I spent the whole night trying to impress you with my 'cool' dance moves."Suzanne burst out laughing, almost choking on her food. "You mean the two-step disaster?" she asked, holding her stomach as she tried to catch her breath. "You looked like you were having a seizure on the dance floor! I was so embarrassed, but I didn’t want to hurt your feelings.
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Lines drawn

"I'm not going anywhere." Came her voice."What?" He shouted in disbelief.Suzanne’s jaw tightened as she locked eyes with Charles. “I said, I’m not going anywhere with you. You don’t control me,” she replied, her voice cutting through the tension. There was no hesitation, no fear in her words, just an icy resolve.Charles’s face reddened, but before he could snap back, Sarah, looking like a predator with a false mask of concern, reached over and grabbed Suzanne’s arm. “Suzanne, please,” she said, her voice dripping with syrupy sweetness, “don’t punish Charles. I think I’m the problem here, please don’t punish him.”Suzanne’s eyes blazed with fury. Without thinking, she flung Sarah’s hand off her arm, sending her staggering back. The force caught Sarah off guard, and she tumbled, but Charles was quick to grab her, pulling her back to her feet.“Suzanne, you’re doing too much,” Charles growled, his voice a low warning.Suzanne’s chest heaved with anger as she looked at him, disgust thi
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