Charlotte’s words rang out so confidently that Shirley, standing off to the side, couldn’t help but flash her a silent thumbs-up.
Letty needed a moment to collect herself after being called out so bluntly. She pressed her lips together, clearly angry but still trying to look composed.
But Carmelita, standing behind Letty, couldn’t stay quiet. “Charlotte, this is their family’s business. Who are you to get involved? Seriously, who do you think you are?”
Charlotte just smiled, clearly amused. “If you want, I could be your mom.”
Shirley actually laughed out loud before quickly covering her mouth, pretending she hadn’t made a sound. Charlotte really had a talent for putting people in their place.
Carmelita’s face went ghostly pale and she looked like she was about to argue back. But before she could take a step, Charlotte’s voice floated over again, icy and unconcerned.
“I have no right to butt in? Then why are you getting involved? Is it your business? Why are you making so much noise?”
The people around them drew in sharp breaths, watching the drama unfold.
Carmelita opened her mouth to argue but couldn’t get a word out. She looked even worse than before.
“Charlotte, don’t push it,” Letty finally said, her eyebrows knitting together.
“I’m pushing it. So what? What are you going to do about it?” Charlotte shot back, her tone cool as ever. She glanced over at Shirley, who was struggling not to laugh, and nodded. “Let’s go.”

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