Years

er in her stomach, but she knew she had to obey her stepmother's command. Sofia covered her plate and pla

n't allowed to enjoy any luxuries in her father's mansion; she was treated as nothing more than a housemaid. Emma, her stepmother, justified her action

find enough to satisfy her hunger. Otherwise, she had to sleep empty stomach most of the time. However, when her stepmother called her, she had to rush, or she would face severe beatings with burning iron rods. Even now, Sofia carried the sc

o make any noise. She peeked inside and saw that her half-sister Kat, stepmother Emma, and father were all sitting togeth

nside," her father sa

her head down because she was no

took you so long? You know the rules of this h

ashamed and small. Nevertheless, she knew

I have fixed your marriage. You should feel fortunate to bec

n an instant. She had never even met Leonardo Morelli before, let alone thought about marrying him. Sofia's mind raced as she tried

ty to inquire, "Wasn't Kat

but I can't marry him. He's a playboy, and the marriage will l

rriage between our families." Sofia’s eyes widened in shock as Emma continued. "...and that's wh

s a bargaining chip for a business deal. It was disheartening for Sofia to realize that her entire life was just a tool for their

she could muster. With a trembling voice, she spoke up

or this. I promise I won't be a burden to you anymore. Just give me a chance to live my

are that whore’s daughter who spoiled my life. I was forced to live with her against my will. So, think of this as repayment for your mother's sin. You don't have to live with hi

r didn't seem to prioritize her well-being. She was starting to lose trust in people. It see

Sofia's mother. Sofia later learned that her father was in love with Emma, Kat's mother, but felt pressured by his parents to marry Sofi

her hand, Emma signaled

wedding tomorrow. You should feel lucky to be marrying into such a wealthy and

r's suffering and eventual demise in misery, Sofia had made up her mind that all rich men were evil and heartless. Sofia

wall clock and saw

remembered. Sofia retreated to her room and grabbed her mother's photo frame, holding it close to her che