Stella clutched Trey's arm, unwilling to let go, but Trey lowered his gaze and slowly pried her hand away.He shot a brief, apologetic glance at his father, but Arthur didn't return it.The call ended abruptly.Arthur could only watch, helpless, as Trey dashed out the front door.Before long, Angela was back at the Fox family estate, escorted by Trey.The mansion hadn't changed in years. Everything looked the same, unchanged by time.Angela removed her baseball cap. Her hair, slightly messy, fell over her shoulders. She smoothed it lightly and deliberately straightened her posture.Years ago, when she had been Trey's tutor, she had entered through the main entrance, hand-in-hand with him. Back then, his face had been bright with joy, and the entire Fox family had welcomed her warmly.Not now.The atmosphere was thick and heavy. Trey was silent, brooding. Arthur and Stella's disdain and disapproval were etched plainly across their faces.Despite it all, Angela felt victorious.
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