Chapter 4 Hearing that familiar voice, Dad and my brothers immediately released me. Seeing the regal woman before me, tears finally spilled down my cheeks. Ignoring the pain wracking my body, I threw myself into her arms, clutching her waist desperately. "Grandmother, I missed you so much!" Grandmother held me tenderly, her eyes filling with heartbreak as she examined my swollen, bloodied forehead. "I'm so sorry I'm late, sweetheart. My poor Lottie shouldn't have suffered like this." "Don't worry-Grandmother's here now, and I'm going to make this right!" Grandmother's arrival clearly blindsided Dad and my brothers. They exchanged panicked glances before Dad took a shaky breath and approached her. Mom, you've always hated these corporate events. If I'd known you were coming, I would've rolled out the red carpet!" Grandmother's laugh was ice-cold. "Don't you dare call me Mom. I only had one child-Lottie's mother. I never had any sons, so watch your mouth." She continued to stroke my back as I sobbed, her gaze cutting through the room. 'Good thing I showed up when I did, or you'd have stolen my empire right out from under me, wouldn't you?" She cupped my face gently. This is all my fault, darling. I should've protected you better. I let them hurt you for far too long." Dad scrambled to defend himself. You're misunderstanding the situation! Lottie was causing a scene, acting completely out of line, and she physically assaulted Tiffany! She embarrassed the entire company!" "As her father, I have a responsibility to discipline her!" Grandmother fixed him with a withering stare. "Save your excuses-I'm not deaf! I heard every single word you said." "Listen carefully, Edward Sterling. I'm not dead yet, but you're already trying to steal what's mine!" My brothers stepped forward to back him up. "Grandmother, you really are misunderstanding-" SLAP! SLAP! Grandmother backhanded them both without hesitation. "You two outsiders need to shut your mouths! You have zero right to speak in front of me and my granddaughter!" Tiffany, shameless as ever, glided up with a bright smile. "Grandmother! You should've told us you were coming-I would've personally escorted you in!" She reached out to link arms with Grandmother, only to be shoved away violently. "A kept whore dare to call me Grandmother? You disgusting little parasite!" Sterling Group was Grandmother's empire-built from nothing when she was young, making her America's only female billionaire. Everyone in this room knew Eleanor Sterling's legendary story. seeing how she treated us, the truth finally clicked for the entire ballroom: I really WAS the heiress, and Tiffany really WAS just ome sugar baby. Astantly, every pair of eyes turned on Tiffany with pure revulsion. Holy shit, Tiffany Miller's actually some guy's kept woman? What kind of loser pays for THAT?" The Sterling men have completely lost their minds-the sons calling their own sister crazy, the father disowning his real daughter or some random gold-digger!" Wait... you don't think Tiffany's sleeping with all three of them, do you?" Dad and my brothers' faces went black with rage as the gossip swirled around us. iffany glared at me with hatred. ¡one of them had expected my first move after rebirth would be calling Grandmother for backup. Meeting their furious stares head-on, I smirked. What are you staring at? Can dish it out but can't take it?" Grandmother nodded approvingly. "Lottie's absolutely right-own your choices!" She took my hand and led me to center stage, those battle-hardened eyes commanding the room's attention. 'Listen up, everyone! Lottie Sterling is my one and only granddaughter, and she is the sole heir to Sterling Group!" 'Edward, after tonight's centennial celebration ends, Lottie will officially take control of the company!" Dad and my brothers' faces twisted with bitter resentment. They tried to argue with Grandmother again, but she completely ignored them, leading me straight to the VIP seats at the head table. Watching those four losers squirm, my smile grew wider. This was just the opening act. The real show hadn't even started yet. I hope you're ready to play-because I'm done being your victim! Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!