Side Chick Era Over (Sharon and Carter) novel Chapter 528

Chapter 528

Abby’s face fell the moment she heard those words. Disappointment was written all over her face.

But she quickly followed up with a concerned question. “Did my dad change his mind? Or did he give you a hard time, try to threaten you? Just tell me, I’ll think of something.”

Looking at the genuine and friendly girl in front of her, Sharon asked, “You really want me to join your family that badly?”

“Of course,” Abby said with a firm nod. “If you move into our home, Dad won’t keep hovering over me all the time.”

Sharon blinked. “Why does your dad keep such a close eye on you?”

A bit embarrassed, Abby replied, “Because I’m terrible at everything. Lazy, too. And when it comes to school, I’m always at the bottom of the class. My dad’s always been this overachiever. He wants me to improve in every way. Music, chess, calligraphy, etiquette-those I can deal with. But recently, he even tried to make me study business. The moment the teacher starts talking, I start dozing off…”

She sighed, then continued with a pout. “Dad quizzes me all the time. If I fail, he cuts my allowance. Every month, it’s the same. I end up with nothing. It’s tragic. But if you joined the family, maybe you could take some of the pressure off me…”

Sharon couldn’t help the soft smile that surfaced.

Abby was surprisingly honest.

She asked, “Aren’t you afraid I’ll fight you over the inheritance? Or affection?”

“If you can make the Westin Group bigger and stronger, I’d be happy for you to join the company. I don’t care for that,” Abby said candidly. “As long as I can live comfortably for the rest of my life, that’s good enough for me.

“As for affection…” She made a face. “My dad’s version of affection is pushing me to improve and study. If that’s love, he can keep it. I don’t want it.”

Sharon laughed. Abby really was charming in her own way.

She softened. “Once your brother finishes his concert, he’ll return. When he’s back, your dad probably won’t push you so hard

anymore.”

Abby let out a sigh. “Yeah, I mean, part of me doesn’t want to study, sure. But also… I wish our house weren’t so quiet. It’s too empty. Too lonely.”

The Westin family was small. Her other brother had passed away in an accident. That big house, and just her in it, was far too quiet for someone who thrived on noise and warmth.

She envied families with lots of children, like the Malcolm family. Even the Kalen family wasn’t very large, but at least Victoria

had three older brothers.

Abby didn’t yet know that Sharon was also from the Kalen family.

Sharon handed the bracelet back. “Abby, you should keep this for now,”

Abby was quick to bounce back to her usual high spirits.

“Nope. Whether you join our family or not, it’s a gift. Just a little something for our first meeting.” 1

She grinned slyly and gave Sharon a playful wink.

“And hey, if we don’t end up as sisters, maybe you’ll become my sister-in-law instead?”

It was clear Abby was openhearted and cheerful by nature.

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Sharon didn’t argue any further. “Alright then. I’ll accept it.”

Abby beamed with delight. She liked Sharon’s attitude-no fuss, no false modesty.

She took the initiative to exchange contact info with Sharon, and the two walked out together, chatting as they went.

Soon, Abby was talking to Sharon like they’d been friends forever.

“Sharon, do you know Victoria? She’s like the ultimate socialite-textbook elegance. Stunning, smart, and flawless.”

She paused and turned to look at Sharon.

“Over the years, I haven’t met many women who can stand next to Victoria and not get overshadowed, but you’re one of them. You’re just as beautiful. I’ll introduce you two later.”

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