Chapter 554

"Ms. Olson, it's getting late. You should get some rest. I shouldn't disturb you any longer," Lionel said gently while looking at Victoria. "Okay. You should rest early too, Lionel." After closing the door, Victoria's smile vanished, replaced by an expression of cold indifference. She grabbed the kitten in her arms and roughly tossed it to the ground, clearly disgusted by the poor creature. "Meow..." The kitten let out pitiful cries, writhing in pain from the harsh landing. "Shut up!" Victoria snapped. The usual sweet innocence in her eyes was replaced by unadulterated cruelty and hatred. "Where did he even get this filthy thing from? And how is it a good idea to give it to me?" Victoria sneered, glaring at the trembling little orange tabby. The terrified kitten huddled into a corner, too frightened to make another sound as it stared at her with wide, fearful eyes. Victoria let out a cold laugh. She then grabbed the kitten by the scruff of its neck and tightened her grip aroun