HELLO EX! I'M YOUR STEP- AUNT (Beyond Our Control)
Karina gave her one last piercing look before turning on her heels and walking away.
Aunt Wally placed a gentle hand on Sophie’s shoulder, warmth seeping through her touch—a stark contrast to Karina’s coldness. “Sophie,” she murmured, her voice soft yet firm, “don’t take your mother’s harshness to heart. She wants you to succeed, even if she won’t admit it. But securing a deal with Apex Holdings?” She sighed. “That’s impossible. We’ve been rivals for over a decade. Forget it, dear.”
Sophie straightened, determination burning in her gaze. “No, Aunt Wally. I’ll do it. I’ll pass this test.”