Lincoln Green watched as Abigail dialed 120 to have Aunt Claudia taken away, completely ignoring him throughout the process.
In recent years, Lincoln Green had increasingly neglected this daughter. It wasn't just because her birth resulted in the death of his wife; it was also because Abigail's personality was unlikable. She was silent and insecure, and her thick bangs made her look gloomy and obsessive—she was not at all pleasant.
In contrast, his stepdaughter had become more outstanding, growing up beautiful and sensible. She even managed to catch the eye of the Piers family's second son. Her future seemed limitless, and the honor and benefits she could bring to the Green family were incalculable.
He had thought that Abigail's return this time, though she had gained some weight, showed she would speak more and be more sensible. But within just a few days, she acted as if she didn't see him.
