The System of Power is Money

Chapter 148

Citra stared at her bedroom ceiling, which seemed more interesting than her surroundings.

Her gaze hadn't shifted for a while.

This was followed by a long sigh escaping from her mouth.

Images of the events surrounding her engagement swirled in her head.

Some time ago, when she and her family had just returned from the engagement venue.

They had gotten into an argument when they were in the living room.

Citra was no longer willing to stay quiet and resigned. She put up resistance when she felt let down by her own parents.

"No more objections. You must get ready because Mama and Martin's parents have prepared the wedding for you and Martin," Mrs. Merry said firmly, sounding like she didn't want to be argued with.

Citra shook her head repeatedly, rejecting the words of the middle-aged woman.

"Enough, Ma! Stop controlling every aspect of my life. Have you ever thought about how I feel? Do you have any consideration for all of this? Am I really your child or not?"

Citra hoped that her word