An Agreement to Sever Parent-child Relations — Novel

About

Anastasia Donnell has spent her entire life in the shadow of her younger sister, Olivia, struggling for a sliver of her parents’ affection. After a painful childhood marred by neglect and mockery, she finally finds a semblance of success as the Sales Director at Donnell Corp. But just as she secures a major deal, a night of celebration turns disastrous, leaving her at the mercy of a family that has never truly cared. When a medical emergency strikes, the very people she hoped would come to her aid cruelly abandon her, choosing to celebrate Olivia instead.

As Anastasia awakens from a life-threatening situation, a new resolve forms within her. With the support of her loyal assistant, Alex, who has shown her more kindness than her own family ever did, she begins to contemplate a future free from the toxic ties that bind her. Yet, can she truly sever the bonds of blood, or will the weight of her past continue to haunt her?

In a world where love is conditional and family ties are put to the test, Anastasia must navigate her path from hurt to healing. Will she finally claim her own life, or will the ghosts of her past continue to hold her captive?

An Agreement to Sever Parent-child RelationsChapter 1

Ever since I, Anastasia Donnell was a child, my parents always favored my younger sister, Olivia Donnell, over me. They hated me so much. In fact, they didn’t even admit me as their daughter before the public. So, I had to work really hard to get their approval.

I joined my family’s company, Donnell Corp., with my own hard work. Initially, I worked as a front-line saleswoman. After that, I was promoted to be the Sales Director because of how good I was.

Since I had to secure a big deal, I ended up drinking too much alcohol to the point that my intestine was perforated. I asked my parents to help me to call the emergency number that would help me to get to the hospital. However, I would never expect their response.

Their response was mocking me, saying that I acted like this to attract their attention. After that, they left me at home. Instead, they took Olivia out to celebrate her birthday.

When I woke up, I saw my younger sister proudly showing off a lot of luxurious gifts my parents gave her on WhatsApp stories.

[Olivia: Dad, Mom, am I really your most beloved and only daughter?]

My parents immediately liked and commented.