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Chapter Fourteen

Author: Gem Lynne
last update Last Updated: 2024-03-30 08:20:22

Gulping nervously and casting a fleeting glance at the rest of her family, who looked at her expectantly, Karina raised her chin and pondered the appropriate response to her daughter's question.

"Mommy, is my Daddy here?" Sophie tugged at her shirt once again.

Karina averted her gaze, instinctively, and forced a reassuring smile. "No, sweetheart." Then, squatting down to her level, she whispered, "Let's not talk about him right now, okay?"

Sensing her mother's distress, Sophie nodded with a wide grin.

Karina kissed her cheek and stood up. Turning to her family, she muttered, "Excuse me. I need to go and rest. It's been a long day."

Zora nodded and gestured for her to get some rest.

"Good night." Karina glanced at everyone and left with her daughter.

An insidious grin spread across Martha's face as she thought, 'What a clever way to dodge a difficult question. How intriguing.' She made eye contact with Riley, who also smiled maliciously.

Minutes later, Martha was removing her makeup
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Lalah Morales
I agree with you Janet Dauth.it's so annoying while reading it.
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Heather W
Karina literally dived into shark infested water covered in wounds and thought wearing a pretty dress and smirking was going to sustain her lol. And STILL isn't investigating anyone.
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Janet Dauth
Way too many villains in this story! Too much hatred, and too much bitterness from Karina! Where are the caring good people that actually deserve the happiness? Too much selfish greed in both families!
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