Vivica is caught off guard when Larissa questions her motives, leading to a tense exchange where Vivica insists that her love for Honora, whom she raised for twenty years, is genuine despite not being her biological daughter. Vivica acknowledges the unfairness of the situation toward Larissa, her biological daughter, but Larissa responds with bitterness and disdain, accusing Vivica of foolishness and hypocrisy. The emotional conflict escalates as Larissa mocks Vivica\u2019s inability to let go of Honora and demands she leave, calling Vivica\u2019s presence poisonous.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
The confrontation intensifies when Larissa threatens Vivica with a broom and then uses itching powder against her as punishment for speaking ill of her mother, forcing Vivica to flee the room in pain and frustration. This moment highlights the deep resentment and fractured relationship between mother and daughter, with Larissa showing no willingness to reconcile. After Vivica\u2019s departure, Jett informs Larissa that the master has arranged a formal agreement to sever all ties, inviting her to sign it that evening, which Larissa eagerly accepts.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Paxton is shocked to learn that Larissa has refused a ten million dollar offer and has even threatened to destroy the family and ruin their sons\u2019 careers. Vivica reveals that Larissa harbors a deep grudge against them for their past inaction regarding her, underscoring the ongoing family strife and the high stakes involved. The chapter ends with the family\u2019s tensions unresolved and the impending formal severance of ties looming.<\/p>\n
The question caught Vivica completely off guard, leaving her momentarily speechless.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhy? What other reason could there possibly be?\u201d she finally managed to stammer, struggling to find the right words. \u201cLarissa, I have raised Honora for twenty years. Even if she isn\u2019t my biological daughter, after all that time, I would have feelings for a dog, let alone a living person.\u201d<\/p>\n
She glanced at Honora, who stood quietly nearby, and a small, tender smile crossed Vivica\u2019s lips. Honora was not just any child; she was a daughter she had carefully nurtured, shaping her into someone remarkable\u2014beautiful, thoughtful, and kind. Just the sight of her brought warmth to Vivica\u2019s heart.<\/p>\n
\u201cI realize it\u2019s unfair to you, as my real daughter,\u201d Vivica continued, her voice softening with a hint of regret, \u201cbut life isn\u2019t fair. Sometimes, you just have to accept bad luck.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa nodded slowly, her expression grave. \u201cYou\u2019re right. It is bad luck. To be burdened with a mother as foolish as you.\u201d<\/p>\n
The sharpness of her words stung, but Vivica\u2019s tone softened. \u201cLarissa, I am your mother. I never wanted to give up on you.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you come back,\u201d she added, \u201cI promise to give you the very best I can offer.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s lips curled into a bitter laugh. \u201cYou can\u2019t even let go of an adopted daughter. How do you expect to give me your best?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cLarissa\u2026\u201d Vivica began, but was cut off.<\/p>\n
\u201cLeave,\u201d Larissa snapped, her voice cold. \u201cListening to you is like breathing poisoned air.\u201d<\/p>\n
Realizing she was getting nowhere, Vivica\u2019s anger flared once more. \u201cWhy was I cursed with such a disobedient child?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re not leaving?\u201d Larissa asked, turning sharply.<\/p>\n
Without hesitation, she grabbed a broom from the corner and waved it threateningly. \u201cAre you going or not?\u201d<\/p>\n
Vivica instinctively covered her nose and dodged. \u201cLarissa, you\u2019re delusional! Do you honestly believe Sapphira cares about you?\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s patience snapped. She dropped the broom and quickly blew a handful of powder into Vivica\u2019s face.<\/p>\n
\u201cCough, cough\u2026\u201d Vivica gasped, struggling to breathe as an unbearable itch erupted in her throat.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat did you throw at me?\u201d she demanded, her voice strained.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhatever it was, you deserved it for badmouthing my mother,\u201d Larissa spat. \u201cGet out now, or I\u2019ll make sure you lose your voice!\u201d<\/p>\n
Though the powder was nothing more than harmless itching powder, it was an effective punishment\u2014just a day of that would be more than enough.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2026\u201d Vivica tried to speak, but the itching overwhelmed her. Panicked, she snatched up the bank card lying on the floor, hissed, \u201cUngrateful brat,\u201d and fled the room.<\/p>\n
No sooner had Vivica left than Jett appeared quietly.<\/p>\n
\u2014<\/p>\n
\u201cMiss Larissa,\u201d Jett said respectfully, \u201cthe master has instructed me to prepare the agreement to sever all ties. If you\u2019re still certain, you are to come to the ancestral hall at eight o\u2019clock tonight to sign it. The master will be there to witness.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s face lit up with a bright smile. \u201cPerfect! Thank you for telling me, Jett.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u2014<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Paxton stood in the kitchen, coffee pot in hand, stunned. \u201cShe refused ten million dollars?\u201d he asked, disbelief coloring his voice.<\/p>\n
A simple country girl who had never handled money before, and she turned down ten million?<\/p>\n
Vivica rubbed her sore throat, still raw from the earlier confrontation. \u201cNot only that,\u201d she said bitterly, \u201cshe threatened to destroy our family and ruin our sons\u2019 careers.\u201d<\/p>\n
Paxton slammed the coffee pot down on the table, shock evident in his eyes. \u201cShe actually said that?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cYes,\u201d Vivica confirmed grimly. \u201cThat wretched girl knows we\u2019ve known about her all these years and did nothing. She holds a deep grudge against us.\u201d<\/p>\n
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland\u2019s breathtaking cold.<\/p>\n
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