Episode 3

After breakfast, Madeline went ahead and entered the car, with Adeline following closely behind her. When She saw this, she turned her head with a scowl before saying, "let's go."

Grace Luther had her driver send them to the Mall, personally. Madeline was feeling annoyed for having to take 'this cousin' shopping. She quietly left her side, thinking she would embarrass herself, and went ahead to shop for herself. She looked down for a while, before typing something and posting it on the school website.

While shopping, Adeline bought a laptop, a bag, and a few books. she then walked into the clothing section. She had picked 3 to 5 outfits that were just her size. 

Madeline observed Adeline and noticed she has a great sense of fashion. The clothes she picked were the right colors that complimented her chocolate skin. 

Not wanting to be scolded, she made sure they got matching shoes, for the outfits.

Adeline had thought about it, she did not want to stay idle in the room all the time. She would rather work and make money. One of the reasons she got herself a laptop was to update her novels. Her books needed updating, and her readers were already clamoring for new chapters. She had withdrawn entirely, the period her Papa fell ill. Now she has a laptop, she would continue her writing. Making money this way gave her a sense of security and self-sufficiency.

When they got home, Adeline took out the card to return it but her mother refused to say she might need it in the future. She paused before putting away the card. Anyway, it would not hurt to have some money for an emergency. She gave her thanks and walked away with a satisfied smile.

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Early Monday morning.

 A young lady strode towards the dining with a backpack on one shoulder and a leisure smile on her face.

Madeline was drinking her milk when she saw Adeline walking towards them and snorted before wiping her lips. 

A delicious aroma drifted to her nose just as she walked in. "Eat up, the driver will send you three to school." Grace Luther said with a rear smile on her face as she looked at Adeline.

LUTHER's ART SCHOOL. School Gate.

The car pulled up to the gates, as the two girls were dropped off. The car turns driving Lucas to his school. "Bye, Sister." Lucas waved briefly before the car took off. "Bye," Adeline replies and turned around, catching Madeline's glare as she runs off.

•••

Adeline walks down the hallway, taking a turn, she arrived at the Classroom. A furor of voices filled the classroom but as she pushed the door open, the voices sank into silence and the commotion was gone.

Everybody stared at her astonished.

"Who is she?"

"I heard, Madeline's cousin will be attending our school."

"Gosh! could this be the country bumpkin?" the other one said in realization.

"But she is a stunning beauty, though."

"Keep shut! How Can she compare to our Madeline!"

Adeline walked in as if she did not hear a word that was said, she scanned the Classroom calmly to find a seat. Before, walking towards the last row. she found an empty seat on the last sit by the window.

After a while, A male teacher walked in with a file in his hand. "Everyone, we have a new student in class, she will be taking the College Entrance Examination with guys. Miss. Matthews, come and say a few words." 

The young girl stood up and took a few steps to the front of the Classroom. "Hello, everyone. I am Adeline Matthews, hopefully, we can get along." she finished with a gorgeous smile.

The students were stunned to silent the beautiful scenery. They only woke up from their dazed state when they heard a Clapping of hands. Some guys whistled with smirks on their faces as she returned to her seat with a red face.

"Hi, I am Caleb. You can call me Cal, nice to meet you." the guy whispered with a cheeky smile. He looked quite cute with his slightly ruffled hair.

"Hello, nice to meet you too." she gave a small smile before turning to the teacher.

"Class, Open to page 14 of your textbook..."

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Usually, Mr. Williams always comes back during the weekend. But he came home today, which is truly rare. Adeline had noticed two maids chatting earlier. So when she walked into the kitchen to get water, her curiosity made her ask Mrs. Doris the housekeeper.

"Mrs. Doris, who is Mr. Williams?"

"Oh, dear. Mr. Williams is the master's younger brother." Mrs. Doris explained.

"Doesn't he live here? I heard that he comes back only on weekends." The middle-aged lady simply nodded and replied, "That's true, he is only visiting. He has his house but it is far from here. He seldom comes to see his brother and leaves after two days."

"Oh," Adeline murmured and look at her ringing phone. She excused herself and went to her room.

"Hello, Debs." Her mellow voice sounded through the phone. She initiated a video call, a few seconds later, a fair face with slightly plump cheeks, was revealed. Debbie is one of the most important friends she has. Adeline met her online on her book website. She was a fan of her works, Gradually, they became good friends.

"Adel, how are you? It has been a long time, I saw your post, I really can't wait for you to conclude that book." The girl's heartily babbled. 

"Ehn," Adeline replied lazily. Come to think of it, it was her fault for not contacting them, for a while. Thinking about it, Adeline misses them a lot.

"Wait, a minute. why is your location showing Florida, U.S.A? Are you in Florida?" the girl squeals and grinned widely showing her cute dentition. Adeline nods with a charming giggle and explained how she landed in Florida. After that, they agreed to meet up later.

"Debbie, you can text me the address and time. I will see you later, till then."

She said and hung up.

••

"Mary did you say, uncle Williams, is back?" Madeline who just got back from her mentor's place asked. 

Mary was one of the maids in the Luther household. she was particularly close to Madeline who she constantly flatters.

No one disliked compliments. naturally, Madeline was not an exception. She likes compliments no doubt but she indulged in false praises making her proud and arrogant.

 "Yes, Miss," Mary reported with a fawning smile.

If that was so, it will be a very good opportunity to teach Adeline a lesson. She remembers her uncle hated people entering his room and touching his things. Her eyes twinkled mischievously as She ran upstairs with a plan in mind.

Adeline had just gotten out of the shower. she wore a spaghetti-strapped top and pajama pants. When she received a text message from Madeline. 'Cousin, do you have an extra pad? mine is finished. Please can you help out?

 I am stuck in the bathroom.'

Adeline paused and read the message again.

 When did this girl become so polite?

should she go?

In the end, she picked up a spare sanitary pad and walked out. "where is your room?" she texted back. A second later, a reply came in. Adeline strolled to a particular door and entered. As she went in, she scanned the room. It did not look like the room a girl like Madeline would live in.

she shrugged, then walked to the bedside table and placed the Pad on it. She turned to leave when the bathroom suddenly opened. A gorgeous Man walked over in just a towel wound around his waist. She looked at him and gasped, in a split second she was pinned to the wall next to her with a hand firmly over her mouth. 

"Who are you? Are you a new maid?"

The deep voice floated into her ears turning the tip red due to embarrassment.

"Did you plan to tempt me, with the clothes you are wearing?" He suddenly said as his eyes lowered to her bare shoulders. He caught a glimpse of her cleavage and his eyes turned darker. His hands fell to her waist as he groped around and squeezed her ass.

Adeline's eyes enlarged and she struggled to get out of his hold. When his hand came on top of her breast, she stepped on his foot. 

Williams raised his head to look at the lady carefully, her eyes were spitting fire as she seemed to mumble something against his palms.

"let go of me, you jerk!"

The more she struggled, the more he held tight.

His towel had fallen long ago, Adeline could feel something stiff poking her. she glanced down in realization, and her eyes widened in fear.

Luckily, there was a knock on the door. He released her and picked up the fallen towel and wrapped it around his waist.

Adeline did not care about the dumbfounded maid, as she ran out of the room towards hers.