Lucy never thought her own mother would side with Charlotte. Even now, she couldn’t bring herself to be completely cold toward her.She walked over and called softly, “Mom.”Mrs. Chancer's expression shifted slightly, and the smile on her face faded. “Lucy, how was your first day at work? Feeling overwhelmed already? I told you it’d be better to stay home. We can afford to support you. Charlotte already said that even if you don’t work, your share of the dividends is still yours. So why make things harder for yourself? You don’t have to lift a finger and still get paid—what’s the downside?”Lucy glanced at Charlotte. She was smiling—faintly, politely, as if nothing was wrong.After a pause, Charlotte chimed in, “Lucy, everything Mom said is true. I’ve always treated you like a real sister, and I won’t let you be mistreated. Things will be just like before—no, even better. I’ll only love you more.”She hesitated, then gave Mrs. Chancer a look. Mrs. Chancer continued for her.“Lucy
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