The Struggle Within

As Nora settled into her new routine, the struggle within her grew. She was still coming to terms with the reality of her situation. The transition from a life of princess to one of hardship was not easy, and the weight of her responsibilities was heavy on her shoulders. From taking care of her sick mother to her little sister. She missed the days when her biggest concern was choosing the perfect dress for a social event. Now, her days were filled with scrubbing bathrooms and making beds for people who didn't even know her name.

But it wasn't just the physical labor that was difficult. The emotional toll of her new life was even greater. Every time she returned home, she was reminded of the life she had lost. Her father's cold indifference was a constant source of pain, and the sight of her mother's weary face and her sister's quiet sadness was heartbreaking.

Nora struggled to maintain her composure, especially in the presence of Helena and Vanessa. They took every opportunity to belittle her, to remind her of her fall from grace. Mr. Andrew, who once doted on his eldest daughter, now barely acknowledged her existence. It was as if he had erased her from his life.