The Live Feed Told Me To Leave

My name is Kira Ransome, the real heiress who was swapped at birth. It was the third day after the Greenes found me that Alistair, the man I was supposed to call Dad, dropped the bomb: the Greene family business was bankrupt.
What he didnt know was that my vision was suddenly filled with flashing, scrolling texta live feed of internet commentary, like a horrifying stock ticker of my life.
The heroine is about to be played by this whole family!
Poor thing. The Greenes adore the fake heiress, so theyre faking bankruptcy to pressure the heroine into working herself ragged!
Kira is such a fool, killing herself to earn money, only to discover she was tricked. Her husband even had a baby with the fake heiress!
She ends up dead, falling from a high-rise. A textbook tragedy/angst novel.
Honestly, she deserves it. If she hadnt been so desperate for their family love, she never would have let them con her into such a miserable death, while the fake heiress gets the perfect life!
I watched the lines of text float past, then turned to look at the man standing opposite me, Mr. Alistair Greene.
Since the Greene family is bankrupt, I said, my voice unnervingly calm, I guess Ill be leaving.
The commentary had already told me everything. They weren't bankrupt; this was a setup. If they wanted to play games, they could do it without me.
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My announcement froze all three of them in place.
Alistair and Celeste (the woman who was supposed to be my mother) looked horrified.
Even Piper Greenethe fake daughter whod lived my charmed lifewas staring me down. Kira Ransome, what is that supposed to mean? she snapped. Your family is in crisis, and youre walking away? How can you look Dad and Mom in the face?
I actually laughed.
For years, it was her who had enjoyed the privilege of this life, dining on steak and caviar in my place. I was the one who had suffered, scraped by, and done without. I had received precisely zero of the Greene familys benefits. And yet, she was asking how I could look them in the face?
The heroine is truly pathetic! They only brought her back for appearances sake because she looks so much like Celeste and was recognized by an outsider!
Even after bringing her home, they never treated her right. They faked bankruptcy to turn her into a workhorse, making her constantly take on their problems until she was ready to drop from exhaustion.
When the truth came out, they still threw her off a balcony to her death!
And they have the nerve to ask her if shes loyal to the family? Gross!
The screen flashed, and the sheer audacity of my predicted fate sent a cold shock through me. Dying, falling from a buildingit was a brutal ending. Knowing the script, I had no choice but to change the ending.
I looked directly at Piper. Youre the one who enjoyed the Greene familys status. In the eyes of the world, you are the Greene heiress. What does that have to do with me, the girl who grew up an orphan?
My counter-question stunned all three of them into silence.
Kira, how can you talk like that? Celeste rushed forward, grabbing my hand, her eyes glistening. I know you resent Piper for taking your life, but it wasnt her fault! She squeezed my hand tighter, lowering her voice conspiratorially. We cant change what happened years ago. We know you suffered, but your father and I still love you! How can you abandon the Greenes the moment we hit a roadblock?
I looked at Celeste, whose face was a perfect mask of tearful sincerity, and felt nothing but ice.
The commentary had already informed me: The Greenes had known the truth about the switch for a long time and had investigated everything. But they had spent years raising Piper and saw her as their true daughter. Bringing me back was merely a calculated move to turn me into their cheap labor, their family slave.
Watching the three of them act out this pathetic drama, my heart turned to stone.
Kira Ransome, regardless of what you say, we are still your parents, Alistair declared, his voice hard, trying to use his authority.
I didn't argue. I just smiled, a thin, meaningless smile. Mr. Greene, your daughter is Piper Greene. I am not. Since the Greene empire is over, Im done here.
I turned, ready to walk out the door. If they wanted to scam me, I certainly wasnt going to stick around to be the mark.
Kira Ransome, I always knew you were nothing but a gold-digger! You only came back for the money! Piper pointed a finger at me, shouting. Do you have no sense of family at all?
I faced her. You were the one who enjoyed the comforts of this family. I didnt receive a dime or a single benefit from the Greenes. Why on earth would I sacrifice myself for you people?
My question left all three of them speechless again.
Kira, how can you be so heartless? Celeste wailed, pulling at my arm. We finally found you, and now that youre back, you should help the family!
I looked at Celeste, speechless myself. The entitlement was dizzying.
Seeing my clear refusal, Alistairs face darkened with open rage. He stared at me with undisguised contempt. Kira Ransome, we knew you were this kind of person! He spat the words out. Ill tell you the truth: the Greene family isnt bankrupt. We were only testing you! I cant believe this is how you reacted to hearing the news!
He paused, clearly waiting for me to break, to beg for forgiveness and my place in the family.
I remained completely unmoved. Since the Greene family isnt bankrupt, I have no reason to stay. Mr. Greene, Ill be going now.
Knowing the true nature of their intentions, there was no need for pleasantries.
As I walked away, Alistair scoffed, his face a mask of cold fury. Kira Ransome, mark my words: from this day forward, you are not my daughter! Dont you dare claim to be a Greene ever again!
Dont worry, Mr. Greene, I said, turning back briefly to meet his eye. I promise I will never, in this lifetime, claim to have any association with you.
With that, I turned and walked out. I had already given up on the Greene family. There was nothing left to salvage.
Behind me, Piper was already comforting them. Mom, Dad, dont worry! Kira may not claim you, but I do! Ill always be your true daughter!
Oh, Piper, you are the child Mom loves the most! Celeste sobbed, pulling Piper into a hug.
Alistair, meanwhile, was focused on me, still gathering the last of my meager possessions. You ungrateful girl! How could I have given birth to such a viper!
I ignored him. None of them were good people.
The commentary kept rolling.
LOL, the script is changing! I told you the heroine should do this! The Greenes deserve everything they get!
Exactly! Kira is great, unlike Piper, that total wreck who bleeds the family dry and loses money everywhere she goes!
After Kira dies, Piper actually kicks the old couple out, and they freeze to death under a bridge!
I realized, watching the frantic chatter, that the Greenes were heading for a dire, self-inflicted fate. So be it. Let them mess up their own lives.
After leaving the Greenes, I initially worried about supporting myself, but the live commentary kept offering advice, essentially a blueprint for success. They detailed exactly how to make money. Within months, following the tips on the feed, I had amassed a respectable amount of capital.
The plot is going totally off the rails! The heroine isnt just intercepting the Greenes resources; shes thriving!
Havent you noticed? She does whatever we suggest! This is the story I want to read!
As long as Kira doesnt crawl back to the Greenes, Im sticking around!
One day, while working late at my new office, the feed suddenly flared up again.
The male lead has arrived!
I paused, raising an eyebrow. The male lead? Who was that?
Watch out, hes a total scumbag. He gets with Kira on the surface, but hes secretly sleeping with the fake heiress, whos pregnant with his baby. Yet he still plans to marry Kira!
This kind of trash man better not ruin the heroine!
Is the angst train about to depart?
As the commentary flew, my phone rang. Seeing the name on the screen, I immediately understood who they meant by the male lead.
Noah Blackwood. My first love.
Wed been high school sweethearts, promising each other a future. But after graduation, Noah had gone overseas for college, and wed completely lost touch. I never expected him to call me now.
Kira Ransome, Im back. I need to see you.
I glanced at the live feed.
The heroine has no idea the fake heiress knew Noah was Kiras idealized first love, her White Moonlight, and spent his time abroad running into him on purpose!
Noah and the fake heiress are already hot and heavy, and hes helping her scheme to hurt Kira!
The fake heiress is carrying Noahs baby!
The information clicked into place. I knew everything I needed to know.
Noah Blackwood, I said, feigning curiosity. Why are you calling me? The last remnants of my high school fantasy vanished instantly. I was not going to be tangled up with him.
Kira Ransome, I came back specifically for you! His voice was playfully earnest. Come pick me up at the airport, okay?
I shook my head. No, Noah. I have work to do. I wont be able to meet you.
Before he could argue, I hung up. I had zero interest in him now.
Aha! The heroine is deviating from the script!
Thats right! Who said that guy was the male lead? We dont need that kind of tragedy!
The screen buzzed, and I went back to my work. But Noah was persistent.
Kira Ransome, I miss you so much. I know I was wrong to leave, but I just need to see you. His voice on the phone sounded desperate.
Fine. Lets meet once. I thought about it for a moment. I needed to see what they were planning.
I met Noah at a downtown bistro. He was already seated. When he saw me, he stood up and walked straight toward me. He looked exactly as I remembered: sunny, handsome, and charming. If I hadnt known what I knew, his looks alone would have made me weak.
The live feed was currently a mess of angry comments about Noahs various flaws.
I sat down opposite him. You wanted to see me?
Kira Ransome, I missed you, Noah said, staring intensely. I only came back because I couldnt forget you.
DO NOT BELIEVE HIM, HEROINE! The scumbag was just hooking up with the fake heiress right before this meeting!
I smiled, a genuine smile of amusement. Noah, we havent been anything to each other for a long time. If thats all you wanted, Ill be going now.
Kira Ransome, dont you love me anymore? He reached across the table and anxiously grabbed my wrist. You promised youd love me forever! When I left, you said youd wait for me, no matter how long!
I immediately yanked my hand away. Noah, you know the truth about you and Piper, don't you?
His face instantly drained of color. He clearly hadn't expected me to know anything about his connection to Piper. He looked utterly panicked.
Kira Ransome, what are you talking about? Theres nothing going on between me and Piper! he stammered, flustered.
I didn't bother listening to his lies. I got up and left.
I had barely stepped out of the restaurant when I saw Piper Greene waiting near the entrance. She glared at me, cold and furious. Kira Ransome, you ungrateful viper, Mom and Dad demand to see you!
I walked right past her, not even acknowledging the command. I knew they werent giving up, especially after seeing how quickly and successfully Id launched my own company these last few months. They wanted me back to work for the Greene family.
But I was never going back. Moreover, Alistair and Celeste were completely oblivious to the fact that, thanks to Pipers mismanagement, the Greene company was teetering on the edge of financial disaster, requiring only a final push to collapse. It wasnt my problem.
Watching me leave, Pipers face was twisted with fury. She suddenly lunged forward and grabbed my arm. Kira Ransome, you backstabbing snake! They are your real parents!
Youre wrong, I said, giving her a cold, dismissive look. They are your real parents. They have nothing to do with me.
Dont come looking for me again. I finished, pulling my arm free and turning to walk away.
Kira Ransome, how can you be this way? Mom has cried buckets over you! she pleaded desperately.
Just then, Noah Blackwood rushed out of the restaurant and joined the fray.
Kira Ransome, how can you refuse your own parents? he demanded, trying to block my path. Kira, you need to listen to me and go back home!
I spared a glance for the two of them, said nothing, and kept walking.
I hadn't even made it back to my office before my assistant rushed in.
Boss, someone is slandering you online!
I opened the website. A video was playing: Alistair and Celeste, sitting in front of a camera, tearfully accusing me, their own flesh-and-blood daughter, of abandoning them.
I watched their pathetic performance and actually smiled.
Alistair and Celeste spoke endlessly about how difficult their lives had been and how I, their biological daughter, refused to acknowledge them.
The live commentary was overwhelming, all of it denouncing me as an unfilial daughter.

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