All Chapters of They Abandoned Me for My Pretty Sister. Then They Saw My Face.: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

Seeing me standing there in silence, my sister immediately turned to our parents with a reproachful look."Mom, Dad, my sister has always been sensitive and insecure about her appearance.""You need to say something nice to her. Compliment her a little. Don't make her feel worse.""You don't have to hide from us. Not everyone in this family has to be camera-ready."It sounded like she was trying to smooth things over, but every word was a reminder that I wasn't attractive.Dad frowned at me."Take off the mask. Let me see if there's anything worth salvaging."Before I could move, Mom let out a cold laugh."They say beauty reflects what's in the heart. Vivian is beautiful inside and out.""Some people, on the other hand, walk through the door without an ounce of manners and can't even bring themselves to say hello.""Maybe we shouldn't look. Otherwise, I might lose my appetite."It wasn't that I didn't know how to greet them.It was that these two people were strangers I'd met for the f

Chapter 2

Sarah replied almost immediately."Got it. You have a beautiful name."I politely replied, "Thank you. My grandmother gave it to me."My parents had given me a childhood nickname instead.Bounce.They said it was cute and easy to remember.Then, almost as soon as I was born, they bounced me off to my grandmother in the countryside.When I was six, it was time for me to start elementary school.That meant I needed a proper legal name, the kind that would go on my records and follow me for the rest of my life.Grandma called my parents several times.Every time, they gave her the same answer."We know. We're thinking about it.""We're both busy auditioning for roles and traveling for concerts.""It's just a name. Why are you in such a hurry?"One month passed.Then another.By the time the school year was about to begin, Grandma was worried I'd miss enrollment and end up starting school a year late.So she made the decision herself.She named me Skye Brooks."My sweet girl, Grandma doesn

Chapter 3

The next morning, the house was already crowded with stylists, florists, caterers, and members of the gala committee.Staff carried gift boxes through the living room while photographers tested the lighting near the staircase. A framed portrait of my parents and Vivian had been placed beside the entrance.The card beneath it read:THE BROOKS FAMILYThere was no indication that another daughter existed.I was crossing the foyer on my way to the kitchen when Dad stepped in front of me."The Morgans are here for lunch, along with two reporters from the gala committee.""I'm only getting something to eat.""Have the housekeeper bring it to your room." He glanced toward the living room to make sure no one was watching us. "If anyone speaks to you, remember what we discussed. You're a relative staying here before college."Vivian came down the stairs in the dress chosen for the afternoon photographs."It's only for one day, Skye," she said. "You wouldn't want reporters asking why Mom and Dad

Chapter 4

Dad's face darkened."This is not a decision you get to make in the middle of Vivian's birthday gala.""Ethan already said he doesn't want to marry me.""Then let the adults decide what happens next," Mom said. "The Bennett family has known us for years. We're not losing that relationship because you decided to make a scene."She turned to Ethan."Vivian understands your world. She grew up attending premieres, charity galas, and industry events. "The original agreement was meant to unite our families. If Skye refuses to honor it, Vivian would be a far more suitable match."Vivian looked down, but not before I caught the smile on her face.Ethan did not answer immediately. He glanced at her before looking at me again."I still don't understand why she was named in the agreement instead of Vivian.""Because I'm their first daughter," I said.The room went quiet again.Several guests turned toward my parents.Dad cleared his throat."Skye was raised by her grandmother because of our work.

Chapter 5

I don't know who screamed first."It's a ghost!"The crowd immediately recoiled, shrinking away from me as though I were something contagious.I looked down at the water.My long, soaked hair had fallen completely over my face.My cap was nowhere to be seen, probably swept away by the water.Only a pair of large, wet eyes peeked through the strands.I probably did look frightening. Cold, drenched, and utterly disheveled.Using both my hands and feet, I pulled myself out of the pool on my own.Vivian stood among the crowd and immediately covered her mouth, putting on a look of panic."Skye, I'm so sorry.""I really didn't mean to.""I just wanted the stylists and doctors here to take a look and help you feel more confident in front of the cameras.""I never thought things would get this out of hand. I didn't mean to scare everyone."I gave her a flat look and said nothing.She kept apologizing, insisting it had been an accident.But the smile tugging at the corners of her eyes and lips

Chapter 6

Both my parents looked shocked and embarrassed.Director Hayes didn't seem to notice."As you probably know, I've been developing this film for years.""The reason I still haven't started shooting is because I've been waiting for the right leading actress to come along."With Vivian watching him with tear-filled eyes, Dad forced himself to ask,"Director Hayes, may I ask if she's a well-known actress?"Hayes shook his head, a look of anticipation appearing in his eyes."She isn't part of the entertainment industry.""She's an ordinary girl. I don't even know where she is right now.""But the moment I saw her, I knew.""She was my leading lady. No one else could take her place."As he spoke, Hayes lit up his phone.The photo on the screen was slightly grainy and clearly several years old.Yet he had treasured it enough to use it as his lock screen."Once you see this girl, you'll understand what I mean."My parents took the phone.The moment they saw the photo, they both seemed to forge

Chapter 7

Seeing me walk out, a flicker of disgust crossed Dad's face."You're leaving?"I nodded. "I'm moving into the dorms early."My parents didn't ask another question."Good, good. Go ahead and leave. At least we'll finally have Vivian's dressing room back."It was as though every extra word they spent on me was a waste of their time.Vivian suddenly covered her face and burst into tears."Skye, did you come here just to laugh at me?"Dad immediately stroked her hair soothingly."Don't cry, sweetheart. What right does that girl have to laugh at you?""Come on, Daddy will increase your allowance by another ten thousand dollars, okay?"Mom wrapped her arms around Vivian, cooing over her."Exactly. She can barely stand to show her own face. What right does she have to judge you?""She'll be gone today. I'll take you shopping right now.""We'll buy you new clothes, jewelry, and makeup. We can fill the whole house with them if you want."At that moment, I didn't even get the chance to say goodb

Chapter 8

Sarah was thrilled for me."Skye, which company do you want to sign with?"I shook my head."None of them. I'm not interested."Sarah gave me an awkward smile."Skye, could you please go out there, just this once, for my sake?""The university president personally called me.""If you don't go, I'm going to have some explaining to do."I had no choice.So I slipped on my slippers and went outside just to get it over with.The moment I appeared in my pajamas, bare-faced and wearing nothing but slippers, people came pouring out of the dozens of black Mercedes parked outside."Oh my God! She's even more beautiful in person!""Skye, you're born for this industry. Sign with us, and we'll make you a star!"I was completely overwhelmed by the crowd.Then a familiar figure pushed his way through."Skye, I'm here representing Bennett Entertainment.""If you agree to sign with us, I'll personally make sure you get the best contract we can offer."For the first time, Ethan Bennett finally looked a

Chapter 9

Dad let out a disappointed sigh."I thought she might actually be useful somehow.""If I can find this girl, that would be a huge accomplishment. Maybe I'd even double the number of industry connections coming my way."Mom looked even more determined."I have to find her. I want to take her on as my protégé.""I may be getting older, but that girl could become a global star. She could carry on my legacy."Just then, Dad's phone rang.His expression changed dramatically."Skye Brooks?""You said the girl's name is Skye Brooks?!"My heart tightened.Mom and Dad hurried toward me."Bounce, if you really don't know her, fine.""But does the name Skye Brooks sound familiar at all?"I curled my lips into a faint smile.So after all these years, my own parents didn't even know my real name.And they had never cared enough to learn it.In their eyes, I'd always just been a ball they could kick around whenever they wanted."If you two don't know, then there's even less reason for me to know."T

Chapter 10

Vivian shot me a smug look."Seriously, Skye? Who puts security cameras all over their own house?""If you hadn't been sneaking around and stealing things, none of us would have ever suspected there was a thief in the family."Just as Vivian was happily piling accusation after accusation onto me, the housekeeper suddenly smacked her forehead."Oh, wait! We actually do have cameras!""Mrs. Brooks had them installed temporarily. She was worried that the girl coming from the countryside might cause trouble.""She told us to put hidden cameras in the hallways and by the stairs, so if she did anything suspicious, we could throw her out immediately."Mom had secretly installed the cameras to keep an eye on me.She never imagined they would end up clearing my name.Vivian's face went deathly pale."Maybe we shouldn't check the footage.""The necklace has already been found. We're family. We should at least spare Skye some humiliation."I turned to the officer."Whether she wants the footage c

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