Chapter 13 A Snap of Fingers

Brittany's breath caught as she heard those words. Expelled from the Ellis family? Brittany held hope that after Camelia's release from prison, she could enroll in an academy to continue her education. Furthermore, even with a part-time job, it would be incredibly challenging for someone with Camelia's criminal record to secure employment. And Brittany couldn't go out to work because she had to take care of Leo. If they were expelled from the Ellis family, the three of them would likely face starvation. And even if they managed to survive, knowing Sofia's cruel nature, she wouldn't allow them to live in peace! As these thoughts raced through Brittany's mind, she promptly released her grip on Camelia and turned to Sofia, her eyes filled with desperation. She pleaded, "Sofia, it's my responsibility for failing to guide her properly. You have every right to punish me, but Camelia's life