Chapter 47 - Tyla clashes back
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“Are you speaking to me?” Ruth demanded, and she was shocked by Tyla’s response.

She had thought that Tyla was intimidated by her that was why she hadn’t spoken a word but Ruth realized that Tyla might not be calm like she thought.

“Yes, Mrs Steel-Walter, you demand some respect but you have done nothing but say disrespectful words to me since you got here.” She answered.

“I can say whatever I want to anyone, who are you to tell me that I am disrespecting you? Just because you are dressed in white, doesn’t mean you deserve my respect.” Ruth said.

“This is different from what I have heard about you.”

“What did a peasant like you hear about me and how is it supposed to affect me?”

"Well, I should tell you, words have it that you are well-known for your kind words and accommodating heart, now that I have met you, I see they are all lies. The media knows nothing about you.”

“That is disappointing for people like me that look up to you, we have always imagined how great you would be when
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