The words hung in the air like poison. “You have to acknowledge publicly that he failed you,” she added. “That he kept you in poverty while I was out working to build a better future. That you’re choosing to come live with me because I can ACTUALLY provide for you.”
My hands clenched into fists at my sides. “You’re insane.”
“Am I?” She turned to face me, her expression triumphant. “I’m offering them an opportunity. What have you given them? A cramped apartment and some sewing lessons? Please!”
Emma reached for the document, her fingers brushing over it uncertainly. “Dad, what does it say?”
I took it from her, my hands shaking as I read the typed words aloud. It was a contract… stating that Emma and Clara would denounce me as an inadequate father and credit Lauren with their success and well-being.
“She wants you to sign away your relationship with me,” I said softly, my voice breaking. “In exchange for money.”
Clara’s face went pale. “That’s sick.”
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