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Chapter 8-Shade Of Red

THIRD P. O. V

Malia pushed her empty plate away from the table, the clink of ceramic echoing her unease as she glanced at the clock.

She had finished dinner, but the ticking seconds felt like a countdown to her next act rather than a comfortable moment in the family home.

Amanda, was watching her closely, a hawk ready to swoop in at any sign of weakness.

"Bianca?" Amanda's voice cut through the kitchen chatter. "Do you really think it’s a good idea to lounge around all day? You should be working on your career. Time waits for no one!"

Malia felt heat rise to her cheeks, frustration bubbling under her calm exterior. "I’m not lounging, Mom. I just need some time for myself."

As she stood up, determined to leave the tense atmosphere, she couldn’t help but add, "Stop trying to control my life."

Julia chimed in, her voice dripping with condescension. "She has a point, cuz. This isn’t just any career. You have to seize opportunities while you can.”

"Is that what you think?" Malia shot
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