Chapter 3: A Mother’s Secret
Sarah’s heart hammered against her ribs. For months, Claire had subtly blamed the domestic staff for missing silverware and displaced trinkets, creating an atmosphere of fear and suspicion. Sarah had stayed silent to protect her job, needing the income to support Lily, who suffered from a rare respiratory condition. But seeing Claire frame the innocent staff while secretly selling off her husband's legacy sparked something fierce inside Sarah. She realized that staying quiet was no longer protecting her daughter—it was putting their future in extreme peril.
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