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Chapter 8 Family ties

Word Count: 1014    |    Released on: 16/05/2025

stretched as far as the eye could see, with the warm sun casting a golden glow over the landscape. In the cozy study, Piper followed Caleb and met Nana Martins -

d, shaking her head. She smiled politely, trying to convey her gratitude without appearing interested in material rewards. Nana Martins' eyes flashed with a hint of sternness as she carried her cup to her lips, wanting to take a sip. Just as Piper was about to say something else, she noticed something peculiar in the cup. Something very strange that she had no idea about. An unfamiliar memory flooded her mind, and she felt a shiver run down her spine as she snapped back to reality. That was when she knew something was wrong with the drink. Without hesitation, Piper quickly hit the cup away from Nana Martins' lips, making it break and splash all over the floor. The sound of shattering porcelain echoed through the room, and everyone was stunned by Piper's sudden behavior. "What are you doing?" Daniel exclaimed, his voice rising in anger. "That's outrageous!" Regina's eyes widened in shock, while Grace looked on in confusion. Caleb, however, seemed taken aback but also concerned. "Piper, what's wrong?" he asked, his voice soft and inquiring. The tension in the room escalated as Grace, Caleb's aunt, erupted in anger. "What the hell is wrong with you?" she shouted at Piper. "Do you want to hurt her?" Her voice was laced with accusation and concern. Piper's eyes remained fixed on the broken cup, her mind racing with the implications. "No, no, I wasn't trying to hurt her," she said, her voice firm but apologetic. "The drink was poisoned," she added, her words dropping like a bombshell. The room fell silent, with Caleb and the others exchanging stunned glances. "What?!" Daniel exclaimed, his face reddening with anger. "Can you at least show some sincerity?" Grace snapped. "My mother kindly invited you here and even offered you an opportunity. The least you could do is not try to hurt her." Nana Martins' face refl

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