Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 10

If Bella’s influence in the Blake and Mercer families grew stronger, Lillian’s position would only be further marginalized.

Brandon could imagine how his sister felt.

Back when the Mercer family was doing well, she was the youngest, the only daughter, spoiled by her father and brothers, a true princess.

Whatever she wanted to do, whatever she desired, they gave her everything.

When she said she wanted to continue her studies, their father, afraid she would be heartbroken if she failed the entrance exams, arranged for an acceptance letter in advance.

When she said she wanted to marry Sebastian, everyone conspired to make it happen.

He and his father had long recognized Sebastian’s exceptional abilities, thinking that since Lillian wasn’t particularly capable, she could live a life of luxury with him.

In the past, the Mercers had doted on her and planned her future.

But now, with the Mercer family’s decline, they had to maintain their relationship with Sebastian and Bella.

Resources and affection were now skewed towards Bella, so naturally, Lillian felt the disparity.

Brandon understood all of this and weighed his options.

Lillian didn’t have many skills. In school, besides playing with computers, she was chasing boys.

In the current situation, as long as the Mercer family could maintain its wealth and status, even if Sebastian’s feelings changed or they divorced, they could still provide for Lillian.

Thinking this, Brandon felt a sense of relief.

Of course, Lillian never knew that her brother and even her father thought this way.

She only knew that she had gotten into a top university on her own merit, with high scores.

Her relationship with Sebastian was something she had earned by investing her connections, resources, and unwavering love to win him over.

She also knew that while her father and brothers were busy with business, providing her with money and nannies, no one ever had time to listen to her.

When she played with computers, they bought her the best equipment, assuming she was just addicted to games, never knowing that at a young age, she was exceptionally talented.

When she started her workshop and excitedly shared the news with them, they just thought she had gathered some classmates to come up with an excuse for more allowance.

Gradually, she spoke less and stopped telling her father and brothers about her life.

After holing up in her hotel room to cram on the industry's developments over the past few years, Lillian knew that her return wouldn't be easy.

She would have to start many things from scratch. Talent and ability could help her learn faster, but they couldn't bridge the six-year gap of her absence.

But Rome wasn't built in a day. After a week of total immersion, her clothes were starting to smell.

She really needed to go out and buy some clothes and other necessities.

At the mall.

Lillian picked out a few outfits from her favorite brands for a change of clothes.

As she passed a boutique, a dress made of Seravelle Silk caught her eye.

Without hesitation, she walked inside.

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