Chapter 169

Calling instead of opening the door? Seriously? Sabrina got even more suspicious—Amelia had to be hiding something in her room. She opened her mouth, ready to demand answers, only to find the call already ended. Furious, she stomped her feet. "Alright, acting all high and mighty? Let’s see how long that lasts!" She spun around and stormed downstairs. Meanwhile, Grace and the others were still waiting in the garden, expecting Amelia to see them off. But only Sabrina showed up. Richard’s face darkened. “Why are you the only one down here?” Sabrina looked all pitiful. “She said she wants to sleep. I woke her up and she just yelled at me…” Hearing that, Richard’s anger shot straight up and he made to go upstairs himself, but Sabrina stopped him. “Dad, she locked the door from the inside. We can’t get in unless we break it down.” Jessica, ever the peacemaker, chimed in, “Let it go, brother-in-law. If Amelia wants to sleep, let her. We’re all family here anyway, no need to stand on ceremony.