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Chapter 5

Author: Moore
At lunchtime, when I still hadn’t returned, Eliza's expression darkened.

In this household, etiquette was a big deal. Mealtimes were fixed, and everyone was expected to be at the table on time.

It was a family tradition.

“Sienna’s still not back? She only went to get something for Laura. What’s taking her so long?” Eliza was clearly irritated and couldn’t help but complain.

Jake chimed in, fanning the flames.

“I bet she’s doing it on purpose. She can’t stand how well we treat Laura, so she’s making us wait on her. She’s just that petty.”

“Enough. Sienna is your sister. Stop picking on her,” Dad said, putting down his newspaper and giving Jake a cold glare. Then he turned to Eliza.

“Drew said he went to look for her. They’re probably together now.”

Eliza still looked upset.

“Forget it. We’ll eat without them.”

Meanwhile, Drew had made a special trip to the auction house. He spent the entire day bidding on a pricey moonstone necklace just to surprise me.

When he tried to call,
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