CHAPTER 218

Evelyn and the rest had hoped that Sophia’s presence would add a fresh energy to their home, but as the days passed, it became clear that Sophia’s assertive nature was not just a personality trait, it was a force that could dominate the household.

One afternoon, Kendrick returned from work to find Sophia pacing in the living room, her sharp heels clicking against the marble floor. A pile of Kendrick’s personal items lay scattered on the coffee table.

His old college trophies, personal letters, and even a cherished book were all haphazardly placed as if she had been scrutinizing them.

“Kendrick!” she snapped, her voice slicing through the air. “What is this mess? Do you expect me to live in a place that looks like a storage unit?”

Kendrick raised an eyebrow, taken aback by the intensity of her tone. “It’s just a few things, Sophia. I was meaning to organize them.”

“Organize?” She scoffed, her eyes blazing with indignation. “You mean throw them out. Those belong to you, and I won’t all