Chapter: 1228

"You're right. Our lives have indeed been different from the start."

For Bethany, Marie represented the last thread of family and the only pillar of support she had. Ever since her childhood, she had been under Marie's care.

Bound by the circumstances involving her mother, Bethany had no alternative options.

Marie was her only remaining blood relative.

Despite Marie's harsh words, Bethany understood that every sharp remark was intended for her betterment.