The DNA Test That Will Shatter Their Lies Novel

When the Lights Went Dead by Riley Shore 7 Summary In this chapter, the Simmons family is still struggling with unstable stock and corporate troubles, leaving the father preoccupied and distant from his daughters. Vivian, proud of her cunning, resumes targeting the narrator after driving Ethan out of the house. However, the narrator maintains a facade of sisterly affection to thwart Vivian's schemes, sensing that Vivian's growing impatience will lead to mistakes.

One evening, the father calls a family meeting to announce that the influential Reeves family will visit to discuss a possible marriage alliance. Vivian eagerly assumes Damian Reeves himself will choose a bride, and the sisters understand that the decision will depend solely on Damian's preference. Their father views the daughters as tools to improve the family's fortunes, showing little regard for their feelings.

Vivian confidently warns the narrator not to interfere with her pursuit of Damian, but the narrator, aware of Damian's true volatile and unpleasant nature from a previous life, pretends to agree with Vivian. The next day, when the Reeves family arrives, the narrator deliberately acts disheveled and rude, grabbing food with her hands and ignoring Damian's disapproval. Vivian, on the other hand, behaves perfectly, winning Damian's favor. The engagement between Vivian and Damian is announced, and their father praises Vivian while scolding the narrator for her lack of manners.

Vivian is joyful, confident that marrying into the Reeves family will restore the Simmons family's status. The father's mood lightens, and the narrator quietly hopes Vivian finds happiness despite the dark reality she knows about the Reeves family. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 7 The Simmons stock had yet to fully stabilize . My father was drowning in corporate troubles and barely had time to pay us any attention . Vivian , proud of her supposed cleverness , began targeting me again after driving Ethan out of the house .

But I continued to play the role of a sister who doted on Vivian , making it impossible for her to put any of her little tricks into effect . She was beginning to lose her patience , and impatience always leads to mistakes . One evening , Father came home exhausted and called us into his study for another family meeting . " Tomorrow , the Reeves family will be visiting to discuss a possible marriage alliance . " His words sent a ripple through the quiet room . Vivian couldn't help speaking up . " The Reeves family ? The one with influence in the London ? Does that mean Damian Reeves himself ?

" Father nodded . " The Reeves family hasn't chosen a partner yet . Make sure you both dress properly tomorrow . Don't bring shame to the Simmons name . " He spoke vaguely , but Vivian and I both understood what he meant . Unless something unexpected happened , Damian would come in person to make his choice . Whom he picked would depend entirely on his own preference . Father had likely paid a heavy price to make the Reeves family consider the match , but none of that mattered to him as much as the hope of boosting Simmons stock .

To him , daughters were gifts - offered whenever it suited his ambition . As we stepped out of the study , Vivian gave me a warning glance . " Sister , a man like Damian is mine . Don't even think about standing in my way . " I almost laughed . Vivian had no idea what kind of man Damian really was - but I did . The Reeves family might look glamorous on the surface , but beneath that shine , it was rotten to the Chapter 7 77.78 % MoboReader Elite Businesswoman Returns to Rescue Abused 4.3 FREE Sister from Cruel Relatives Google Play INSTAL core . Especially Damian , their so - called heir .

Aside from his good looks , there was nothing to him worth having . In my previous life , it had taken only a few years for the Reeves family to fall into ruin . Damian had been exposed as a man with a volatile temper and disturbing appetites . Such a " fine " man was more than I could bear . Thinking this , I took Vivian's hand with a smile . " You're totally right , Vivian . I really owe you big time for putting up with eighteen years of tough times . Now that this amazing guy has shown up , I'm definitely not gonna fight you for him . " Vivian looked at me doubtfully . " You ?

Being that kind ? " I looked wounded and sighed softly . " If you don't believe me , just wait until tomorrow . I'll prove it to you . We're family , after all . Why would I lie to you ? " The next morning , when the Reeves family arrived , I deliberately pretended to be half - asleep , stumbling downstairs with my hair in disarray . Father glared at me, apologizing to Damian for my lack of manners . I blinked at him without replying and even reached across the table to grab seafood with my hands , stuffing it into my mouth . Damian frowned again and again , clearly unimpressed .

Vivian , meanwhile , sat gracefully beside Father , her manners perfect , her demeanor gentle and obedient . Damian's attention naturally turned to her . When the Reeves family later announced their engagement to Vivian and the wedding plans were finalized , Father turned to me with a cold expression . " No posture , no manners . Anyone would think the Simmons family raised you without discipline . " Vivian , glowing with joy , leaned against Father playfully . " Father , don't be angry with her . Once I marry into the Reeves family , no one will ever look down on us again .

" Chapter 7 MoboReader D A .. Elite Businesswoman Returns to Rescue Abused Sister from Cruel Relatives 4.3 FREE Google Play INSTAL 77.78 % Father's face softened , and for the first time in days , he managed a small , approving smile . " Good girl . You truly are my daughter . " I bowed my head quietly . I hope you find happiness with the Reeves family , Vivian . Conclusion This chapter delicately captures the tension and unspoken emotions simmering beneath the surface of a fractured family bound by ambition and sacrifice.

Amidst the looming pressure of a strategic marriage alliance, the protagonist navigates the complexities of loyalty, rivalry, and personal truth with quiet resilience. The contrast between Vivian's eager acceptance of her role and the narrator's subtle defiance highlights the painful cost of living under a father's relentless pursuit of power, where daughters become pawns in a larger game. Yet, despite the bitterness and the weight of expectations, there is a tender undercurrent of sisterly connection that refuses to be broken.

As Vivian basks in the glow of her impending engagement, the true nature of the Reeves family-and Damian's volatile character-looms ominously in the background. The protagonist's quiet defiance and sharp insight hint at undercurrents of tension that could disrupt the fragile peace, leaving readers eager to uncover how these hidden fractures will unfold. Emotional stakes are set to rise as loyalties and ambitions collide.