When Great-Grandfather and Amanda could no longer handle the whispers and pointed stares, they slipped out of the party and left before the rest of the guests could notice.
Great-Grandfather’s breathed down in shame as he walked fast to the car, with Amanda trailing behind him.
The night had been an utter disaster, and any remaining hope Great-Grandfather had of regaining control over the Sterling Group had vanished.
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The next day came like a blur.
Lily’s father, Mr. Evans, was up and moving around more easily, and he was finally recovering from what his grandfather's men had done to him.
He could now walk unassisted.
“You’re finally back on your feet,” Mrs. Evans said with a smile as she handed him a cup of tea. She watched him as he gently sat on his favorite chair. “I knew y
