Chapter 1334

“Aubree, I only noticed your missed calls now because I was in the shower. What’s up?” Frieda sounded very concerned. It felt as if the engagement between the Farwells and the Pearsons had never been canceled; they were still on good terms.

Aubree knew Frieda called because of her message, but needing Frieda’s help, she played along. Coldly biting her lip, Aubree said, “Nothing much. Since we haven't seen each other in a few days, I wanted to ask you out.”

Frieda hesitated, but Aubree’s veiled threat left her no choice but to agree. She wanted to follow Jonathan’s advice, but the Pearsons' downfall was too shocking to ignore. Frieda worried about her family if Aubree betrayed them.

After confirming their meeting place, they ended the call. Frieda changed and was about to leave when she bumped into Jonathan.

“Where are you going?” he asked suspiciously.

Frieda plastered on a smile. “Nowhere. I’ve stayed home too long; I wanted a walk.”

Jonathan remained unconvinced. “I don’t care if you stay home for a few more days! Look at those online comments. Stay away from Aubree if you don’t want our family to end up like hers!” He stood still, staring coldly, blocking her path.

Feeling guilty and afraid to meet Aubree, Frieda meekly nodded and returned to her room. Nonetheless, anxiety won, and she called Aubree. “My brother won’t let me leave the house…”

“I bet he doesn’t want you to meet me because he has no idea what you did!” Aubree retorted through gritted teeth.

Frieda nodded guiltily. “I can’t let him know. Otherwise, he’ll kill me before Lucian does!”

“So you’re not afraid Lucian will find out?” Aubree sneered.

After a moment’s silence, Frieda hastily reassured her. “I believe you, Aubree, and I’ll do my best to help. However—”

“Don’t worry. I won’t tell Lucian even if the plan fails, but you have to be a part of it,” Aubree interrupted, seemingly knowing Frieda’s concerns.

Relief washed over Frieda. “What do you need me to do?”

Meanwhile, Aubree sat alone in a café corner. Public opinion in Horington was overwhelmingly against her; it was hard to find anyone who didn't recognize her. Even the waiter gave her a dirty look. Aubree hardened her face, reminding herself of her predicament. “How have things developed online?”

After turning on her computer, Frieda hesitated. Roxanne’s true nature was nearing public knowledge. Everyone praised Roxanne’s beauty and kindness, deeming her a perfect match for Lucian. Aubree, once idolized, was now a laughingstock. Some even claimed her story about being Lucian’s first crush was fabricated.

Silence on the other end of the line sent Aubree’s heart plummeting. “What’s going on?”