Chapter 291

Only when Valerie mentioned that Lucinda was abducted and nearly had her organs harvested did Carmilla finally feel a pang of heartache for Lucinda. Sheryl noticed the change in Carmilla's expression. She instinctively knew that her status in the Byron family would be affected once Carmilla started developing empathy for Lucinda. So, Sheryl forced herself to tear up, choking out, "Mom, why don't we call Lucy to come back home? It's all my fault she's suffered so much out there in the world. "I understand if she can't bear to have me around. I'll gladly move out as long as Lucy comes home. Otherwise, she's going to feel upset whenever she sees me." The empathy Carmilla had just begun to feel for Lucinda dissipated the moment Sheryl suggested moving out. "No! It's up to Lucy whether or not she wants to come home. But you have to stay with us," Carmilla said and pulled Sheryl into her arms. Sheryl secretly shot Valerie a provocative look. It was as if Sherly was telling Valerie tha