Chapitre 18: Chapter 18

Helping hand.

I watch as one of Jorgen's people hands my uncle an extraordinary amount of money. Richard looks like he's just about to pop with excitement, as he stares at the notes with pure greed in his eyes. This is the second time he's made money for an item that doesn't even belong to him. I try to hide the bitter anger swirling inside me like a tornado. Once this whole thing is over, I'll come back and ask her about my parents. She's been hiding important details for years, and I don't care if I made a promise to stay away.

The duke knows it's a real dragon's cup as soon as he touches it. I keep asking myself why the hell I put up with her this entire time. She used to suck out any happiness and enjoyment in my life like a leech. I don't ever remember having a smile on my face when I lived in her home.