Chapter 39 No Debts To Bear

When Serena first moved out at eighteen, Corinne had secretly visited her place. To save money, Serena shared an apartment near the university with a friend.

It was crowded and noisy—right by a commercial street. But Corinne was angry at Serena's defiance, hoping hardship would force her home. Though it hurt, she stayed out of it.

Serena, stubborn as ever, never asked for help. By the time Corinne