The couple visibly shuddered at my words, and my best friend quickly followed up by bursting into tears.
"Yes! If you don't agree, I'll hang myself at your front gate tonight—wahhh!"
Her words terrified them, and immediately surrendered on the spot.
Aunt Laura sighed, smiling helplessly at me. "All right, we'll bring you too. But remember—there's already another girl at home..."
"Don't worry, Mom!" I said sweetly. "I'll get along great with my little sister!"
The headmistress was so moved she nearly cried tears of joy and relief. She looked like she wanted to wave a flag to send us off.
"Wonderful! Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Lambert on gaining two precious daughters!"
As the couple went to handle the adoption paperwork, I grabbed my best friend's hand, eyes sparkling.
"Carmela, you're the best! You didn't forget our promise to share riches and mischief together!"
She rolled her eyes. "Oh please. I just didn't want you to get beaten to death the second I left."
I cackled. "Love you, bestie! That fake heiress didn't come today—bet she doesn't want you home. If she's really a scheming little girl, I'll handle her for you!"