Chapter 11: How Dared She Get Mad at Her Innocent Sister?!
<.Manor No. 6, Eldoria Heights.>
The summer sun basked over the white manor standing at the far corner of Eldoria Heights, one of the luxurious neighborhoods in Avaloria City. The place overlooked the entire city from the hills.
The mansion was enveloped in the air of tranquility but, the peace didn't reach the woman sitting alone in the lounge. Her wrinkled brows expressed the inner turmoil burdening her.
"Geez, what's wrong with her?"
Exhaling a sigh, Samantha tossed her smartphone to the seat next to her.
She propped one elbow on the armrest before leaning back against the cushion. Her face was etched with worries and dissatisfaction.
Despite being in her late 50s, Samantha retained her graceful beauty. Her extensive skincare routine with frequent spa sessions including daily exercises did wonders for her aging body.
Samantha's luxurious chocolate brown hair was one of her prized possessions, including her deep-set sapphire eyes. They contrasted elegantly with her fair skin.
'Why is she so quiet? She has never acted like this.'
It had been a few days from the last time Samantha had contact with Lariette. Her daughter hadn't returned any of her calls and messages as of late – something Lariette had never done all these years.
[Lariette: I'll bring a husband back next week]