Losing Everything

Phoebe couldn't believe what had just happened. Her mind's still reeling in shock that Edward chose Valerie instead of his daughter.

She had always thought that her father loved her even though he was unreasonable at times. However, she wasn't sure anymore if he even loved her.

Perhaps he never really cared for her after all.

Her mind skittered as she walked aimlessly down the empty street.

It had only been a few minutes since her father had banished her from the estate, yet her heart still felt heavy with pain.

The first thought that came into her mind as she sat down on the bench she found on the side of the road was to call her grandmother to ease her suffering. 

She took her phone and dialed Melinda's number. Perhaps the older woman was busy at the office or she was right in the middle of an important meeting that's why she wasn't answering.

It was on the third failed try when she decided to give up and try again later.