Chapter 1419

I can’t believe the Queen family is the culprit! I assumed that, with our years of friendship, even if they refused to help, they wouldn't actively harm us. Yet, they are the reason for our current predicament! Why did Frieda visit yesterday? Was it just crocodile tears?

Gina glared resentfully at her daughter. “You knew, didn’t you?” Aubree’s involvement in the company implied knowledge of the culprit's identity, yet she allowed Frieda’s visit, baffling Gina.

“If I knew the Queen family was behind this, I wouldn’t have let Frieda in!”

Aubree’s eyes were also red. “So what if I did? It was the Farwells’ order! Lucian drove us into a corner because of that woman!”

“I refuse to give up! Even if I end up in hell, I’ll drag that woman down with me!”

Gina felt the world crumbling. She couldn’t believe Lucian’s ruthlessness, his disregard for their families’ past bond. It meant we’ve utterly offended the Farwells and can never recover. I can never return to my luxurious life! This realization caused Gina to faint.

“Mom!”

Fear filled Aubree’s eyes as her mother collapsed. “We need to go to the hospital!” she exclaimed, rushing to Gina’s side.

Samuel’s face darkened. “No! She just fainted from shock. Don’t forget we’re broke. No hospital for a minor illness!” He pushed Aubree aside, picked up Gina, and carried her upstairs.

Aubree glared at his retreating figure, madness growing in her eyes. Mom is sick, but she can’t even go to the hospital! I refuse to live like this!

Consumed by rage, she called Frieda, who had just rejoined the company with Jonathan’s approval. Frieda, pleased to be back, though her apology to Roxanne hadn't gone well, was playing games on her phone when Aubree’s call appeared. Her hand trembled; she nearly dropped the phone.

I knew I wouldn't be rid of Aubree easily, but I didn't expect this quick! What does she want? Money? Or another evil deed?

The possibilities sent shivers down Frieda’s spine as she answered. To avoid Aubree’s wrath, she feigned nonchalance. “Aubree? What’s wrong?”

Aubree gritted her teeth. “Give me five million!”

Frieda leaped up in shock. “Five million?” I’ve just rejoined Queen Group; I can’t get that for her. But I can’t offend her…

Carefully, Frieda asked, “When do you want it?”

“Today! Immediately!” Aubree replied icily. She was desperate, insecure after seeing Gina faint, and wanted a huge sum. Frieda was now her ATM.