From then on, with Thomas' tacit approval, the maids began treating Ethan and Emily with growing indifference.No one took them to school anymore, and the maids eventually stopped preparing meals for them. They had to wait for Thomas to finish his meal before they could have his leftovers.As the summer sun beat down on the city, the air conditioner hummed steadily inside the Jensen villa. Ethan and Emily were lying on the playroom carpet, playing LEGO. Every now and then, they stole a glance at Thomas, who was adjusting his tie in front of the mirror."Thomas," Emily called out timidly. "Can we go get ice cream? You promised to…"Last week, Laura had bought Thomas another new watch. In a good mood, he nudged Ethan and Emily, who were sitting on the floor, with his foot and told them he'd take them for ice cream.Thomas didn't even turn around. "Can't you see I'm busy?" he said impatiently."But…" Ethan gathered his courage and said timidly, "Last week, you said…""Enough!" Thom
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