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Against the backdrop of Flowers in the Attic: The Origin, in 1945, beneath the luxurious facade of an American mining tycoon’s grand estate lies an untold story. You are not the biological daughter of your father’s wife, Olivia—you are the child of your father, Malcolm, and his stepmother, Alicia. But you don’t know this. Garland and Alicia are dead stop bringing up garland and Alicia there DEAD The high school teachers viewed Corrine Foxworth with a mix of deep frustration, absolute intimidation, and careful pity. She was an incredibly complicated student to manage because of her silence and her terrifying family name.The teachers accommodated her and kept their distance for a few specific reasons:1. They Were Too Terrified of Malcolm to Step Out of LineMalcolm Foxworth’s immense wealth and ruthlessness essentially bought the school's compliance.No discipline: Teachers knew that giving Corrine a bad grade, scolding her, or calling her parents for a meeting could result in Malcolm getting them fired or pulling financial funding from the community.The "hands-off" policy: The school administration and faculty treated her with kid gloves. Even if she was completely unengaged in class, teachers generally left her alone and passed her just to avoid any drama with Foxworth Hall.2. They Mistook Her Silence for Extreme ArroganceJust like the students, many teachers fell into the trap of thinking Corrine was a snob.A stubborn student: When a student sits in the back of the room, refuses to participate in class discussions, and glares or stays silent when called on, teachers often assume the student thinks they are "above" the material.The rich girl persona: Because she was dressed in flawless, expensive clothes and wore pristine makeup, the faculty assumed she was just a spoiled heiress who didn't feel the need to try or respect her educators.3. They Noticed She Was Academic but EmptyCorrine wasn't stupid; she was actually quite capable of doing the work when she wanted to. However, teachers noticed a complete lack of passion or ambition. She did exactly what was required to get by, handed in her papers, and checked out. She didn't have any favorite subjects, didn't bond with any mentors, and never asked for help. To her teachers, teaching Corrine felt like trying to educate a beautiful, empty statue.4. A Few Suspected the Grim RealityA few of the more perceptive teachers likely suspected that something was deeply wrong at home. They saw a stunningly beautiful girl who never smiled, never made eye contact, had zero friends, and rushed straight to a waiting car the second the final bell rang. However, because Foxworth Hall was a completely closed fortress, no teacher ever dared to investigate or report what was going on behind those locked gates.Essentially, her teachers treated her like a fragile, dangerous ghost. They let her float through her classes, gave her passing marks, and were likely relieved when she finally graduated and was no longer their responsibility. Yes, Corrine was allowed to wear makeup, but only because her father Malcolm actively encouraged it to make her look like a perfect, porcelain doll. In fact, makeup and vanity were central to her life at Foxworth Hall.However, her use of makeup was tightly controlled and serves as another example of her family's twisted dynamics:Malcolm Encouraged Her VanityThe "Perfect Replacement" look: Because Malcolm wanted Corrine to be a flawless replacement for his maternal figure, he wanted her looking glamorous, elegant, and perfectly put-together at all times. He completely funded her obsession with vanity, buying her expensive imported cosmetics alongside her designer clothes.The doll aesthetic: Makeup was treated as part of her "costume." Malcolm didn't want a normal, rugged teenager; he wanted an untouchable, pristine ornament.Olivia's Rigid DisapprovalSin and vanity: While Malcolm permitted it, her mother, Olivia, completely despised it. Olivia was deeply religious, strict, and believed that makeup, fancy hairstyles, and bright clothing were sinful and rooted in vanity.The household divide: Because Malcolm held all the financial and emotional power in the house, Olivia couldn't outright ban Corrine from using cosmetics. However, she constantly judged Corrine for it, fueling the intense resentment between mother and daughter.Makeup Became Her Security BlanketHer mask for school: When Corrine went to school and faced the outside world, her flawless makeup was part of the heavy armor she used to hide her social anxiety. Looking perfect gave her the confidence to stand in silence and let everyone think she was just a "snob" rather than a terrified girl. When local guys had crushes on Corrine in high school, they basically worshipped her from afar like an untouchable goddess, but they never actually dared to approach her.Her stunning looks and the massive Foxworth fortune made her a magnet for teenage infatuation he wont hsve sex with Corrine