As they both disliked Roxanne, Aubree suggested that she should grab the opportunity to stop supplying medicinal herbs to Roxanne.
Besides getting to vent their frustration, they could also improve the relationship between Queen Group and Farwell Group.
Frieda didn’t think much about it. Assuming that Aubree was helping her, she did as she was told.
After she received a scolding, she immediately came to Aubree and poured out her grievances.
A flash of disgust appeared in Aubree’s eyes. I can’t believe Frieda couldn’t accomplish something this simple! Despite thinking that way, Aubree had to pretend to be a caring and understanding friend.
“Then what happened? Did they reprimand you?” she urged softly.
Frieda nodded angrily. “They said I was trying to destroy the Queen family’s reputation. I was prohibited to interfere in Queen Group’s business from now on!”
Having said that, Frieda took Aubree’s other arm and gave her a pleading look. “Aubree, you know I did nothing wrong. Please help me explain to Jonathan and my grandpa!”
I did nothing wrong but lost my voice in Queen Group. It’s not worthwhile at all.
A flash of impatience appeared on Aubree’s face as she brushed Frieda’s hand away discreetly. “Calm down. It’s normal for Old Mr. Queen and Jonathan to react that way, for it was Roxanne who cured Old Mr. Queen’s illness. Jonathan had always stood on Roxanne’s side, so it’s normal for him to defend her.”
Frieda’s expression changed slightly. “Are we going to let Roxanne off easily this time?”
Aubree grimaced. “Did Queen Group resume supplying medicinal herbs to Roxanne’s research institute?”
Frieda nodded gravely.
Obviously, Jonathan and Grandpa want to continue supplying medicinal herbs to Roxanne.
A wave of fury crashed through Frieda when she thought of she failed to teach Roxanne a lesson and instead ended up getting reprimanded by her family.
Aubree’s rage nearly went through the roof, for that meant that Sonya’s plan had fallen short.
She didn’t want Queen Group to intervene and hinted at Frieda to take action against Roxanne. Alas, she didn’t know that Frieda was that unreliable.
Aubree fell silent, but Frieda didn’t realize anything was wrong and continued to pour her grievances.
“I wonder why Grandpa and Jonathan side with Roxanne when all she did was cure Grandpa’s illness. They refused to believe me even though I am one of them. I did this for Queen Group’s sake!” she complained.
Aubree was getting annoyed, so she merely replied half-heartedly, “They will soon know that you’re right.”
Hearing her acknowledgment, Frieda was pleased. I knew I was right!
However, she couldn’t help but lament,
“Ugh, we let her off easily this time!”
Aubree’s eyes were blocks of ice. “That’s what you think!”
Frieda was rather confused.
Could it be that… Aubree has another trick up her sleeve?
With that thought in mind, Frieda asked carefully, “Aubree, do you mean that you have another way to teach Roxanne a lesson?”
Ugh, she’s so annoying. Even if I have another trick up my sleeve, why would I let her know? She’s no help at all!
However, Aubree knew she would still need Frieda’s help one day. Thus, she assured Frieda, “Don’t worry. I won’t let that b*tch gain the upper hand. She was the reason you got chided by Old Mr. Queen and Jonathan. I shall avenge you and make sure she gets what she deserves!”
In just a few words, Aubree had placed the blame on Roxanne.
Frieda nodded vehemently. “Since I met her, Grandpa and Jonathan kept finding fault with me. I’m one of them, but they insisted on siding with her! We really need to teach her a lesson.”
Having achieved her goal, Aubree squinted her eyes in satisfaction. She patted Frieda’s shoulder and said, “Don’t forget that we’re not the only ones who hate Roxanne.”
Her words stunned Frieda. It took a while for the latter to realize what she meant.
Oh, I forgot that it was Sonya who came up with the plan to make things difficult for Roxanne. There’s no way Roxanne can get what she wants!
It was clear that Sonya wanted to take Roxanne down to help Aubree.
After all, everyone saw how Sonya adored Aubree all the years.
There was no way Sonya would allow Roxanne, who suddenly returned, to take the place belonging to Aubree.
Besides, Roxanne left without saying goodbye six years ago and only left behind a divorce agreement. It meant that she had dumped Lucian instead of the other way around. Her action brought shame to the Farwell family.
Sonya would never forgive Roxanne ever!
The more Frieda pondered over the matter, the more excited she got. Her anger disappeared into thin air as she grinned and fawned over Aubree. “Mrs. Farwell adores you, Aubree. This time, she must’ve taken action against Roxanne because of you!”
Aubree was inwardly delighted, but she put on an act and furrowed her brows. “That has nothing to do with me. It was that b*tch who has a death wish.”
Glancing at Aubree’s wounded arm, Frieda responded, “Roxanne returned to the country a while ago, but Mrs. Farwell didn’t take action against her until you got hurt. Do you still think it has nothing to do with you? She only took action as Roxanne caused your arm to get injured twice.”
Aubree turned to look at her arm and flashed a smile and said nothing.
Indeed, if she hadn’t decided to be ruthless toward herself, Sonya might still be tolerating Roxanne’s existence.
Her injury had forced Sonya to take sides.
Frieda put on a flattering smile. “Mrs. Farwell adores you. Roxanne bullied you, so she must teach Roxanne a lesson. You’re her future daughter-in-law, after all.”
Aubree’s lips twitched. “We have to wait for Lucian’s decision.”
Frieda couldn’t care less. “Mrs. Farwell is on your side. After she kicked Roxanne out of Horington, you’ll be the only woman by Lucian’s side. Who else can he marry besides you? Just wait patiently for the day to come. You’ll be his wife in the near future.”
Hmm, she’s right. Aubree’s heart swelled with an indescribable sense of happiness at that thought.
When Roxanne returned home in the evening, Lysa had brought Archie and Benny home and prepared dinner for them.
Upon noticing Roxanne from a distance, the two children greeted her, “You must be tired, Mommy!”
They tilted their heads to look at Roxanne and realized she looked worn out.
The two boys exchanged glances. Mommy must have had a hard time at work.
Roxanne was exhausted after a long day at work, but after seeing how worried her sons were, she pulled herself together. Stroking their heads, she smiled. “Thank you, my darlings.”
When her words fell, Archie and Benny immediately ran to fetch her a pair of slippers and placed them at her feet.
Roxanne responded with a grin.
When she took off her coat, the two boys grabbed it from her and hung it on the rack.
It took them a while as they were not tall enough to reach the coat rack.
Roxanne giggled while patiently waiting for the boys. After they managed to hang the coat, she led them to the dining table and sat them down.
“Bon appétit, Mommy!” The two little ones even gave their mother some of their food.
Roxanne’s smile grew wider. All her exhaustion vanished in a flash when she saw how obedient Archie and Benny were.
“Mommy, you must be tired, right?” Benny leaned over to observe her expression.
Roxanne responded with a comforting smile, “Not at all, especially seeing your faces.”
The two boys looked at her with suspicion.
“Come, try some.” Roxanne gave them a portion of her food as well.
Just when she thought the little ones would dine in peace, Benny suddenly questioned endearingly, “Mommy, when do we get to travel out of the country again?”
Archie, sitting on the side, shot a glance at Roxanne.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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