“Dad! Mom! How could you?” The ground seemed to spin beneath her feet.“How could you do this to me? Why? Why me? What the hell have I done to deserve this?” Rivera shook her head, her eyes filled with shock.Rivera had spent all her life trying to please her parents, her family.She couldn't believe that when trouble appeared, she'd be the first to be sacrificed.A sense of fear, dread, and hatred surged in her.Before Fox left, he let them know he'd be back in two hours to pick their choice—basically Rivera. And she should be ready by then!Arthur couldn’t bear to look Rivera in the eyes.Yet, Rivera couldn't help but notice that there was no sadness in his eyes. Rather, there was relief.Arthur sighed. “Rivera, you have to understand, Megan is a child. She can't go through any hardship. Meanwhile, you are used to it; you’ll blend in. Rivera, don't worry, once Dad wins enough money, Dad will come over to get you...”“Win? When? At the cost of what?” Rivera snapped.“Have you ever ca
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