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Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 9
Olivia crouched on the floor, sobbing in agony. Zach slumped on the bed, his expression blank. Ralph was drenched in sweat and tears.Suddenly, he ran out like a maniac, but no one stopped him."You should leave, too," Laura told Betty. "You're an adult now and have saved up plenty over the years. It's enough to live on."Betty collapsed in despair. "Mom, I was wrong. Don't kick me out. Please, don't abandon me, okay?"Laura turned away. Zach pulled up Betty and dragged her out.Everything seemed to settle into quiet. Olivia gave Laura a numb look and left without another word.When Zach returned, Laura was gone. I saw her climb to the roof, wind whipping her hair.With her gaze fixed on where I floated, she forced a smile. "I'm sorry, Catherine. I'll make it up to you. I'm coming to find you."...After being kicked out, Betty could have lived comfortably. But she was never content. What seemed plenty to others felt like poverty to her.She turned to gambling, hoping to turn
Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 8
Zach closed his eyes and buried his face in his hands.[April 25, 2023. I still can't sleep. Closing my eyes brings back those nightmares. But I'm not scared anymore, because Ralph gave me a bunny plush. Holding it, I'm not afraid of anything. It's just that Betty doesn't seem to like me much.][The day Ralph gave me the bunny, she knocked on my door. I opened it excitedly, inviting her to sleep over. But she called me a stinking bug from the gutter, said I always smelled bad, and refused to share a bed with me.][She poured scalding milk on my hand and warned me against telling anyone. She said even if I did, they wouldn't believe me anyway. She'd tell them she kindly warmed milk for me, but I knocked it over and cursed her. I looked at her, wanting to say that I wouldn't have told them anyway. She doesn't like me, but it's okay. I believe she will one day because we're bound by blood.]...Laura took a shaky breath and stared daggers at Betty. The latter opened her mouth, panic
Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 7
I floated behind Ralph, barely keeping up. He burst into my room and froze.It was plain, with just a bed, a closet, and a simple desk. He started rummaging like a madman. Suddenly, he spotted something and began shaking violently.It was a big white box labeled "Christmas Gifts for everyone".I closed my eyes, forcing back my tears. With shaking hands, he opened the box.[Dad works so hard, so I picked this massager after doing tons of research. I tried it out in the store multiple times. It's good.][I embroidered this wallet for Mom. It took me forever to learn, but it might look so perfect. Mom, will you like it?][Aunt Olivia, you're the prettiest. This necklace suits you perfectly. It's custom, and I designed the pattern myself. When I make it big, I'll buy you tons of jewelry and the fanciest clothes.][Ralph, this is Lok the Player's autograph. I was worried online ones might be fake, so I camped outside his company for five days and finally got it!][Betty, I hope we c
Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 6
I lay on the ground, motionless.Olivia knelt beside me, stroking my hair and murmuring, "Rest in peace, Catherine. These people aren't worth your attachment or your hate. They don't deserve it. Find yourself loving parents and a happy family. Smile always. You cried too much in this life."Her voice was hoarse, as if she had repeated the words for hours. When she stopped, the room fell into dead silence.She turned to them. "You're here, but it's too late. Catherine is already gone."Ralph muttered in disbelief, "No way! Impossible! How could she be dead?""How?" Olivia sneered. "You force-fed her mango juice and choked her to death."Ralph's face went ashen. His whole body shook as he stumbled forward, trying to reach my body."Stay back!" Olivia screamed. "You murderer! Get out!"Betty's brow furrowed. "Aunt Olivia, how can you call him that? Since she is dead, why did you leave her like this instead of resting her in peace? Is that how you show your care?"Olivia laughed c
Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 5
When they arrived home, the housekeeper, Ichabod, stood at the door, looking anxious.He ran up to them. "Ma'am, why are you back so late? I called so many times. Why didn't anyone answer?"The nanny and Olivia had called them, but Betty had thrown fits, complaining, "Aren't you here to shop with me? Why is everyone so busy on their phones?"Zach had been the first one to turn off his phone. "Don't be mad. See? I've turned it off. Nothing is more important than spending time with my baby girl.""Where is Catherine?" Ralph asked.The rims of Ichabod's eyes reddened. "Come with me. Miss Catherine Stone... She is dead.""Enough!" Ralph cut him off. "How long are you all gonna keep up this farce? Tell her to get out right now!"Ichabod blinked, then forced a bitter smile. "She can't. She is dead.""What do you mean by that?" Ralph snapped. "You're gonna cover for her? You've been with us for nearly 20 years. I never knew you were so blind to right and wrong."Ichabod frowned, rais
Heard It, But Too Late Chapter 4
Laura faltered. "Maybe I should head back first."Betty looked displeased. "Mom, you know how close Aunt Olivia and Catherine are. She's exaggerating things. Ralph just locked Catherine in the basement. He didn't hit or yell at her. How could she be dead?"She choked up. "Aunt Olivia likes Catherine more than Ralph and me. Are you going to follow her example?""Of course not. Come here, my sweet girl. Don't cry." Laura pulled her into a hug, patting her back.Ralph waved his hand irritably. "Catherine just wouldn't stop causing trouble. Let's eat first. Don't let her ruin our mood."His open disgust stung my heart, and I closed my eyes in pain.Back before I got kidnapped, Ralph had liked me. When Betty and I fought over toys, he'd divide them fairly. "One for Catherine and one for Betty."When I sneaked into his bed and begged for a story, he'd indulge me with a helpless smile. "What am I gonna do with you?"But when I was rescued and taken back, everything had changed. He alw
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