Chapter 76

When I checked my phone at noon, it still had 20% battery. After a busy afternoon with no phone use, I wondered how that 20% disappeared. I tried restarting the phone, but it shut off immediately. It seemed like the phone wasn't in good condition anymore. I was also curious why Zane called me. Given his temper, missing his calls probably made him even angrier. I turned to look out the window, thinking about his cold behavior from that morning, and felt a pang of sadness. As autumn approached, it was getting dark earlier. Traffic delays on the way back meant it was already dark by the time I reached the mansion. Mary wasn't waiting for me at the door as usual. She was probably busy in the kitchen. Despite my family's poverty, I still felt fortunate. I had Mary waiting for me at home and making me hot meals. The negativity I'd been feeling lately melted away, replaced by a sense of fulfillment and hope for the future. However, when I walked into the house, my smile froze. Zane wa