Chapter 50

Julia shook her head in amusement. The moment she arrived at the office today, she could clearly sense something was off with the atmosphere. Were they afraid that the newly appointed CEO might try to make an example out of them? Even if Julia were to assert authority, she'd only choose those who truly deserved to be cut down. … It was 5:00 pm at Ravenwood Elementary School, and Penelope was waiting for Xavier to come out of class. "Mrs. Holt, what have you been busy with lately? I haven't seen you at pick-up in a while—" Penelope turned around after she heard that, and the smile on the woman's face stiffened instantly. Embarrassed, she said, "Sorry, I mistook you for someone else." She awkwardly stepped aside but couldn't help glancing back to size up Penelope a few more times. From the back, she looked just like Julia with that outfit and hairstyle. Penelope's eyes gleamed with both jealousy and smug satisfaction. The more she resembled Julia, the more it proved she was just