I’m Getting Married 16

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Seduction of my Mafia Stepbrother

Chapter 16 I Have No Choice But to Leave

Sarah’s POV

As it was getting late, I finally wrapped up a whole day of shopping and headed back home.

I was juggling a ton of shopping bags and humming some random tune when I walked in. But then, I saw someone sitting on the living room couch, and I was totally floored. The bags slipped right out of my hands,

Damn, I was so stoked I didn’t even notice the strange car parked outside

“Mom, what are you doing here?” I nudged a few bags into the comer with my foot, trying to

“This is my home. Can’t I come back?” she shot back, all serious.

“I didn’t mean it like that. So, do you need anything? If not, I’ll just, ulugo…” I mumbled.

to fake a polite smile.

Where the heck could I go? I didn’t even have my own room. Maybe the bathroom to sort my bags?

“I came back to see you.” Her voice was as cold as ice.

Great, nowhere to hide. I plopped down on the chair across from her ari stared her down.

“Looks like you’ve snagged yourself a rich guy? Nico new threads! Julia uttered.

I was stunned and glanced at myself. My face got serious. “Mom, you got it all wrong. I bought these clothes today ‘cause I’m starting at a new hospital soon. They’re just cheap stuff”

“Cheap stuff? Chanel too?”

I looked down and saw a Chanel bag. Must’ve been Paul’s doing

“No, Mom, you got it wrong. This isn’t from Chanel; 1 just grabbed it from some random shop. If you want, I can show you the receipt.

I pulled out a light gray plaid jacket from the bag, and sure enough, it was Chanel. Where did Paul get all this branded stuff? I only gave

Marta a grand.

Julia snorted, “No wonder you don’t like Mr. Johnathon. You’ve already found a rich guy”

“Mom, you might not believe me, but I’m telling the truth. I bought the clothes with my own money, just borrowed from a friend.”

“Borrowed money? Do you have such rich friends? These clothes must est a fortune. Can you even pay off the debt with your salary?” Julia still seemed skeptical of me.

I tried to reason with her, “Mom, the LA Premier Cardiac Care Hospitalom starting at next week is top–notch. Even as an intern, the pay is way better than what I got in NY. After a month, if all goes well, I’ll be a full–time resident doctor with an even higher salary. That’s why I promised to move out in a month. And I’ll pay back my friend for these clothes. Mom, please trust me.”

Julia didn’t budge or care about my career–maybe a cardiac surgeon’salary didn’t mean squat to her compared to Mrs. Caposta’s dresses.

“You’re gonna be a big–shot doctor. Look at you! You just got back to two days ago, and you already have a rich friend buying you clothes? Do you have such wealthy friends I’ve never heard of? Besides sleeping with rich guys, how else could you get that kind of money?”

“Mom, enough!” I yelled, furious.

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Chapter 161 Have No Choice But to Leave

Winning Júlla or seemed fimplssible. To her, I was just a fool. No matter how hard I worked or how successful I became, she’d never see me differently. She’d just hate me mote,

My eyes welled up as years of hurt bobbled up. I was utterly disappointed in this so–called mother.

Julia, why’d you come here today? I decided to drop the whole moming. She didn’t deserve it. She had zero normal feelings for me.

Julia extended her hand. “Return the clothes and jewelry. They all bolo to Emily and were just on loan to you.

I nodded. “Gol it, no problem.”

The jewelry box and dress box were on the small table in front of the sto

she was looking for evidence in crime scene. “One of the sapphire earrings is missing,” she said,

Julia stood up and inspected them

like s

“No way!” I stepped forward to check.

Look, this earring has four gems, and this one only has three.” She let (ut that sharp, familiar voice.

I tried to stay calm as I reasoned, “When I got the jewelry set, the earrings were already like this. I was super careful with them. I swear nothing got lost or damaged. Maybe it’s an asymmetrical design. We can check the jewelry store’s website for pics.”

on’t be any. I remember the custom order; each had four

This is a custom–made set for Emily. What website, what product pics? There won’t sapphires.”

I suddenly realized Julia was just looking for a reason to blame me.

She wasn’t here just to take back the jewelry and gifts; she wanted to kick me out for good.

I said coldly, “Seems like I really let you down hy not becoming Mr. Johnathon’s mistress. I’m just curious. You’ve already married Mr. Caposta, one of the richest guys in LA, and you’re living the high life. Why do you need more wealth and resources?”

“What do you know? The wealth

in your own hands is the real wealth,alia stated firmly.

I grinned sarcastically, “Do you think if you successfully send me to Mr. Johnathon’s bed, he’ll give you a vacation house?”

I saw a flash of unease and panic on Julia’s face. Bingo! She really planned to trade me

se for a vacation house!

I humbly lowered my head, trying to forget Julia’s recent humiliation and make one last effort.

Mrs. Caposta, I promised you, give me a month. After I get my first paycheck, I’ll move out. I won’t show up in front of you or anyone in the Caposta family again.”

But Julia was already fuming from my sarcastic jab. “No, now, immediately, disappear from my sight! Take your Chanel and get as far away as possible. You’re just a bitch!”

I couldn’t hold back my anger anymore. Fine, I’ll go. I’ve been considering leaving this chaotic place anyway. All my nightmares feature your angry face. From now on, I won’t ask you for anything. Today marks the day I reclaim my freedom!”

I quickly packed all my stuff, loaded it into my old car, started the engine, and sped away from the house. Glancing at the western sky, I noticed a big, beautiful sunset. Excitement surged within me – I had finally left Julia and this so–called home behind for good.

Speaking my mind had taken courage. Despite being independent since school to save money, pay off loans, and secure free accommodation, I had endured Julia, this wicked stepmother, for too long. That chapter of my life was over.