I and My Step-Mother's Daughter
Faced with Andrew's expectant gaze, she couldn't bring herself to outright refuse.
But in reality, she and Lorneauxs were like oil and water. Every interaction left her with a bad impression of him. Besides bullying and exploiting her, that jerk had never treated Claire well. She dared not attempt to offer counsel to such an intimidating person.
"Uncle, Mom, I'm heading to class now," Claire announced, fearing that staying longer might lead to another mistake.
"Study well," Margaret reminded her daughter.
"I will. Goodbye!" With Andrew's approval, Claire maintained her composure and briskly left the dining room.