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William scanned the empty living room and snorted:

"Rachel's really gone too far. While we were wholeheartedly taking care of Lily, instead of suffering together in the cellar, she was out having fun."

"I'll ask around at the recording studios. She better not be hiding there, relying on my reputation."

Henry's face darkened as he said in a low voice:

"I have quite a few art studios too. She might be hiding in one of those."

James snorted, "Well, let's see where she can run to now!"

"We have to find her and make her apologize to Lily!"

With that, William and Henry left in front of Lily.

My spirit remained by James' side, perhaps because he was closest to my body.

Lily watched William and Henry leave, a flash of hatred for me passing through her eyes.

She threw herself into James' arms.

"Maybe big sister still doesn't think I'm worthy of being your sister."

"Should I leave instead? I can come back when I'm worthy of being your sister…"