Chapter 341:

Lanny gave a wry smile and sarcastically asked, "Why would it be impossible?"

Glenda was taken aback, unsure how to express her disbelief. "Free at 0700," she replied.

Heaving a deep sigh, Lanny said in a low tone, "Jayden must be harboring a grudge because we chose not to save Elyse. He's been bottling up his anger." After a pause, he added, "I think he wants to punish Mabel himself. But after we confronted him yesterday, he promised to send her back. Yet, he didn't want Mabel to have an easy life, so he had her arrested."

Glenda was furious. "He's insane! We're supposed to be family. How could he do this to us? And Elyse too! Can't she see that Mabel has admitted her mistakes and shown regret?"

Lanny scoffed. "Forget it. I believe the charges against Mabel are fabricated. She'll be released in a few days. Are those accusations even believable? It's absurd."

Glenda turned away, her face shadowed, falling silent. She appeared composed, but inwardly, she was anything but calm. She alone knew the charges were accurate; Mabel had indeed been involved with drugs and other criminal activities. Glenda believed Lanny, unaware of the truth, wouldn't take the situation seriously. Now, she could only rely on herself to secure Mabel's release.

Reflecting on this, Glenda felt a deep sadness. Mabel had only her to rely on. Lanny had planned to visit Mabel with Glenda, warning her to stay calm and avoid trouble, as she would be released soon. However, their visit was denied by the police that day. Disheartened, Lanny sighed deeply and said, "Let's go home. She'll be out when it's time."

Glenda, unable to argue, silently followed him, clutching her purse.

Just then, a woman elegantly dressed entered the police station. Removing her sunglasses, she approached an officer and inquired, "Is Mabel Lloyd detained here?"

"Yes, who are you?" the officer asked.

"I'm Mabel's agent, Aylin Watts," she replied, pulling several documents from her purse. "Mabel owes our agency eighty million. We lost contact with her previously. I've come to collect the debt now that I've learned she's here."

The mention of eighty million stunned the officer. He stopped Lanny and Glenda, who were leaving, and said with a complex expression, "Someone's here for your daughter. You are Mabel's parents; you should be informed."

Before Lanny could react, Aylin approached, handing him the contracts. "Hello, I'm Aylin, Mabel's agent. She breached her contract and owes our company, along with several others, a total of eighty million in damages," she explained courteously.

Lanny's expression changed. After hearing "eighty million," he no longer perceived Aylin's approach as polite; he saw her as a bandit intent on taking his fortune. "Eighty million? There must be some mistake!" he exclaimed, brushing her hand aside and refusing to look at the contracts.

Aylin smiled. "I'm a professional agent. I assure you there's no error. I understand eighty million is a lot. As Mabel's parents, it's natural for you to need time to process this news."

Lanny was clearly upset. "I don't owe you eighty million. Go find whoever does!"

With a patient smile, Aylin explained, "Mabel has owed this money for quite some time and has even blocked my number. If you're unwilling to settle her debt, I'll have no choice but to sue her."

Lanny scoffed. "Go ahead and sue her then. I'm not paying you anything. I don't have the money anyway." He turned and walked away.

Aylin wasn't shocked. Not everyone could afford eighty million. She sighed quietly, contemplating her next steps. Suing Mabel seemed inevitable, but the question remained: when would she see the money?

While Lanny left, Glenda lingered, her voice tinged with embarrassment. "Aylin, if I manage to pay the eighty million, would you refrain from suing Mabel?"

Aylin nodded. "Of course. Our company is reasonable. If the penalty is paid, we won't pursue the matter further."

Glenda wrung her hands nervously. "Could you give me some time? I will find a way to pay the money."

Aylin assessed her critically. Glenda appeared to be an ordinary housewife. If Mabel's wealthy father wouldn't pay, what chance did Glenda have?

Despite her doubts, Aylin maintained her professional demeanor and replied with a smile, "Okay, Mrs. Lloyd. I'll give you that opportunity."