The Silent Partner

The Silent PartnerAfter her father suddenly passes away, Perley Kelso is left partial ownership of a mill. However, since it was socially unacceptable for a woman to own property or have a company, Perley is kept as a silent partner. Conflicted about her role in the company, Perley struggles to find her own ambition. Despite her limited responsibilities at the mill, Perley is curious about the daily operations, so she decides to visit the mill. There, she meets Sip, a

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