Chapter 5 - Chloe Retreats Upstairs As The Atmosphere Explodes
Chloe nodded quickly, dropping the wooden broom onto the floor with a soft clatter before hurrying toward the staircase.
Elena crossed her arms tightly over her beige blouse, glaring daggers at the empty space where Chloe had just stood.
“You’re coddling her, Mark! You are ruining that ungrateful girl by letting her walk all over us!” Elena screamed.
“She is my flesh and blood, Elena, whereas you and your daughters were guests I welcomed into a comfortable life,” Mark stated flatly.
“Guests?! I am your legally wedded wife! This is my home too!” Elena shrieked, her face flushing a blotchy red.
“Not anymore,” Mark replied coldly, walking over to the mahogany desk where the framed American flag rested proudly.
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He picked up his smartphone, unlocking the screen with a sharp tap of his thumb while keeping his eyes locked on his wife.
Elena’s eyes widened in sudden, unadulterated panic as she watched him dial a familiar, direct legal number.
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