~~Selene~~The first thing I notice is the grim expressions on the faces of everyone. Apart from Grandpa Langston, no one is seated. My uncle and aunts stare at me with guilt clouding their gazes as I walk into Grandfather’s study. In a corner, my cousin is on her knees, whimpering. “Have a seat, Selene,” the old man instructs, gesturing at the antique couch in front of him.I stay rooted to the spot, ignoring the uneasiness brewing in my stomach. “Did you call me here to explain your reason for kicking me out of my company?”Two hours ago, I had arrived at Vaughn beauty just like every other morning, only to be denied entry by the guards. “It was a direct order from above, Miss Vaughn,” they’d said. “We hope you understand.”An order from above. We all knew who ‘above’ meant.Grandfather’s jaw clenches in irritation. “It was never your company. I gave it to you to manage. I can take my back whenever I wish.”A bitter scoff escapes my lips. Grandfather had never liked me, but he was
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