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"That's a lie! You pushed her into the ocean," Leticia shouted as Mr. Golfray hit the table with his palms making a slight thud as he silenced Leticia.
"Mr. Golfray I'm pretty sure my daughter can't do such a ridiculous act throwing someone off the ship," Jenny's mum said as I stared at the wealthy class lady who was dressed in a short gown that reached her knee with pieces of jewelry that glorified her neck and hands.
"Like mother, like daughter," Leticia scoffed while Mr. Golfray faced her taking off his glasses.
"Miss. Casey, I would want you to be of your best behavior," Mr. Golfray said before facing Jenny and her mum.
"If you don't mind, I would like Jenny to explain what happened," Her mum said turning to her witch-like daughter.
Jenny sniffed, wiping her eyes and nose with her palms as she cleared her throat.
"Camilla and I had some issues," She start
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