Sofia cleared her throat, smiling as she turned to Andrew. "It's not that we're looking down on you, but you just have to face reality. This is our family's standard of living. That must feel like a heavy burden for you, doesn't it?"

She went on warmly. "We know your relationship with Elle wasn't easy. But Chantelle is our daughter, born and raised in Terror Town, and our family is well-off. That's undeniable.

"On top of that, she's building a career in politics, so her future is very brigh