A fake poverty that my parent build for me novel

C07 Dads eyes burned with fury as he continued , Since Little Feather was forced out because of you , you dont deserve to stay in the Kells Family either .

His voice was cold and resolute , sending shivers down Cellines spine .

From today onwards , you are no longer an adopted daughter of the Kells Family ! Celline burst into tears , clutching Moms legs in desperation .

Please dont drive me away ! I beg you … Moms expression remained icy , her silence as sharp as a blade .

Guards ! Dad barked .

Take her away ! Without hesitation , the bodyguards grabbed Celline , lifting her as if she were nothing more than a fragile canary .

She struggled , kicking and screaming .

You cant do this to me ! she shrieked .

Im better than Naomi ! I have the grace , the temperament ! I am the face of the Kells Family ! But her pleas fell on deaf ears .

The bodyguards dragged her out of the house and threw her onto the cold pavement .

She landed in an ungraceful heap , her screams echoing through the empty street .

Mom and Dad couldnt find me , so they turned to the one person who might have answers the dean of my academy .

Naomi is your daughter ? The deans voice was thick with disbelief as his reading glasses nearly slipped off his nose .

Yes , Dad admitted , his face reddening with shame .

The deans brows furrowed .

Then why does Naomi barely have enough to eat or warm clothes to wear ? You two have been far too cruel to her ! Mom and Dad fell silent under the weight of his words .

Guilt darkened their expressions .

Its all our fault , Dad murmured .

He let out a heavy sigh .

Dean , do you know where Naomi went ? Moms anxious eyes pleaded .

I cant sleep at night without seeing her .

The dean hesitated before finally exhaling .

Ill ask Naomi .

He pulled out his phone and sent me a message .

When I read it , my response was immediate and firm I didnt want to see them .

I begged the dean not to tell them where I was .

The dean sighed , shaking his head .

You two have broken Naomis heart .

She doesnt want to see you .

Go home and give it time .

No ! Mom grabbed the deans arm desperately .

Please , just tell us secretly ! Well pay you however much you want .

Dad quickly scribbled down a check , thrusting it toward the dean .

But the dean tore it in half without a second thought .

Dont insult me with money ! No wonder your daughter wants nothing to do with you .

He shook off Moms grip and walked away , leaving them standing there , defeated and ashamed .

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A Fake Poverty that My Parent Build for Me I adapted quickly to my new life , thanks to the deans recommendation .

In less than a week , I had settled in and earned the respect of my peers .

Aside from my classes , I took on part time jobs to support myself .

When the college learned about my situation , they offered me a position as an assistant in the research lab .

It was a dream come true an opportunity to learn , grow and earn a steady income .

My days fell into a comfortable rhythm .

Mornings were spent in class , afternoons in the lab and evenings sipping coffee under the golden sun .

Life was simple but fulfilling .

As for Mom and Dad … Sometimes , they crossed my mind , but I would simply shake my head and chuckle bitterly .

We had never shared much of a bond .

I knew they would eventually get used to my absence .

They would pour all their energy into grooming Celline , turning her into the perfect heir to the Kells Familys empire .

Or so I thought .

Two months later , they came looking for me .

At first , I refused to meet them .

I had no desire to reopen old wounds .

But the dean urged me otherwise .

Your parents went through a great deal to find your address , he said .

Theyve been waiting outside the school , day and night , in shifts .

No matter the weather , they refuse to leave .

I scoffed , unconvinced .

And ? Your mother collapsed in the rain last week , he added .

If the security guard hadnt found her in time , the consequences could have been dire .

That gave me pause .

I wasnt moved by sentimentality .

My heart wasnt suddenly softening toward them .

I was simply … confused .

Why ? Why would the same people who had starved me , belittled me and lavished all their love on Celline suddenly care ? Why now ?