To sum it up, Ophelia was too timid. She stood firm on leaving even after he persuaded her for some time. Having no other choice, Jeffrey could only accept her notice to quit.
After exiting the kindergarten, Ophelia used the money Aubree gave her to check into a hotel while waiting for the latter to contact her. When they had their meal earlier, Aubree merely told Ophelia she had a plan but didn’t specify the details.
Meanwhile, Aubree returned to the mansion in the suburb. Disdain filled her eyes when she took in the mansion’s run-down appearance.
I will regain my previous lifestyle one day! Whoever wishes to live in this hellhole can feel free to do so! Roxanne, you b*tch, I will never let you off! Since you’re keeping those children so well-protected, I am left with no alternative but to target you. I will make sure you regret snatching what belongs to me!
A vicious look crept over Aubree’s face when she thought of her plan. “Just you wait, Roxanne! I’ll let you experience the suffering I’ve endured. You will pay dearly for what you’ve done to me!”
Meanwhile, Frieda could not help but feel uneasy as she had not received any news from Aubree for several days. She knew Aubree would not let the matter slide without a fight. Frieda also believed that she was the only person Aubree could rely on.
She would not have had any problem with Aubree asking her for money, but the biggest issue was that she had not heard from Aubree in the last couple of days..
Frieda was worried that Aubree might become desperate and drag her down with her! With each passing day without any news from Aubree, she grew increasingly restless.
In the afternoon, Frieda did not wait for the end of the workday before packing her bag and leaving Queen Group in haste, driving toward the suburbs. She had to go and check on Aubree personally. Otherwise, she would not feel at peace!
After arriving at the entrance of the suburban mansion, Frieda stood hesitantly outside the gate. The crazy look on Gina’s face was still fresh in her memory. Frieda was worried that Gina might confront her aggressively if she barged into the mansion and bumped into that woman again.
After giving it some thought, she gave Aubree a call. It did not take long before Aubree answered the call. “What’s up, Frieda?”
Aubree’s voice was calm, almost unaffected. It was as if she was not bothered by anything at all. Frieda was bewildered by her friend’s demeanor, but she dared not express it. She said, “Aubree, I’m here to see you. I’m downstairs at your house now. Your mom…”
Hearing the anxiety in her voice, Aubree chuckled lightly. “Come on in. They’re not at home.” These days, Samuel and Gina had been reaching out to others, seeking help and hoping that someone would lend them a helping hand.
Little did they know that the entire Horington. knew they had offended the Farwell family. Who would dare to go against the Farwells to help them?
Frieda heaved a sigh of relief when she learned. that Gina was away. After entering the villa, she proceeded directly to Aubree’s bedroom.
Aubree’s room remained tidy, even though she had fallen on hard times. It looked almost the same as her previous bedroom.
“Well, well, well. Look who’s here. What brings you here today?” Aubree looked at the person in front of her with a hint of mockery in her eyes.
A hint of guilt flashed across Frieda’s eyes. Panicked, she fished a card out of her bag and handed it to Aubree. “I was worried you might not have enough money. There’s five hundred thousand in this card. Feel free to use it first.”
She had come all the way here to give Aubree money. That was the only intention she had in mind. Yet, after seeing how carefree and cheerful Aubree was, Frieda felt a little uneasy.
Aubree seemed to be in a much better mood than before, and there was no sign of her previous resentment. Frieda was afraid she had already done something behind her back, but she dared not ask directly.
She did not want to risk provoking Aubree and making her go crazy. After a brief consideration, Frieda continued trying to please her. “I think you must be bored. being alone. There’s a new bar in town. Shall we go have a drink tonight?”
Aubree sized her up for a bit before agreeing without uttering anything. Since it would take time for her to carry out her plan, she might as well have some fun first.
As the sky gradually darkened, Frieda drove Aubree into the city, taking numerous turns before arriving at a narrow alley where the new bar was situated.
The dispute between the Pearsons and the Farwells had caused a big fuss, and this bar happened to be opened by someone in their social circle. Thus, Frieda deliberately chose a secluded booth to avoid being seen hanging out with Aubree.
Once they were seated, Frieda began to pour alcohol for Aubree, hoping to get her drunk and then coax some information out of her.
The two of them drank non-stop, one shot after another. Little did they know someone had been monitoring them from the minute they stepped into the bar.
Upon noticing that the two women had almost finished their drinks, a man leisurely got up, walked downstairs, and sat beside them while holding a glass of wine.
“Excuse me, ladies. Mind if I join you for a drink?” The man slid into the seat next to Aubree, his movements intentionally brushing against her body.
Due to Frieda’s persistent pouring, Aubree was already inebriated by that time. Thus, not only was her guard down, but she even leaned onto the newcomer’s chest. Frieda, on the other hand, was more cautious. “Do we know you?” she asked.
The man flashed a calm smile and reached out to clink glasses with the glass in front of Frieda. “Perhaps not yet, but we’ll get there eventually.” He turned to Aubree, giving her a flirtatious grin. “Looks like this young lady is quite fond of me.”
After downing half of the wine in his glass, he poured the remaining into Aubree’s mouth. Aubree, who was already not in the right state. of mind, gripped his wrist, pulled the glass closer to her, and gulped the wine.
“Aubree!” Frieda was getting anxious. Although she was wary of Aubree, it did not mean she could allow a man to take advantage of someone she was once close with! She got up, wanting to pull Aubree over to her side.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.