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Born into a world of wealth and family grudges, raised among charmers and manipulators, I learned at five: any seemingly innocent girl was usually trouble in disguise. Eighteen years of practice later, I wiped out my father's flings without leaving a trace and kept my half-siblings in line. I thought I could finally retire quietly and enjoy life as a society lady. But on the wedding day, I realized the Brooks family had its own undercurrents. My mother-in-law, Joselyn Rodriguez, who seemed delicate and sweet, had tear-stained eyes, bullied by my father-in-law's old flame. I raised an eyebrow, cracked my knuckles. Looks like my skills aren't going to gather dust. Alright, then. Let's start a new round. Time to show everyone what a pro stepping in looks like and how lessons were taught.