The Armless Heiress They Threw Away

My first day back with the Fox family.

Marlene Abbott, the fake heiress, held out a bouquet to me. I kept my hands in my pockets and didn't move.

"Mom, I knew Sharon wouldn't like me. See? I called it. She hates that I took her place, so she's giving me the cold shoulder on purpose."

Mrs. Abbott looked faintly embarrassed.

"Sharon, honey, just take them. It's Marlene's way of showing she cares."

"In this house, Marlene is my daughter just as much as you are. She speaks her mind, so go easy on her."

Mr. Abbott let out a cold snort, displeasure in his tone.