Chapter 682

That same night, Sonya was preparing for bed when Gina called. Immediately after answering, she heard Gina sniffling and Samuel shouting in the background.

“Gina, what’s wrong? Did you argue with Samuel?” Sonya asked, concerned.

Gina glanced at her father and daughter, who were arguing nearby. Taking a deep breath, she choked out, “Samuel’s angry at Aubree. I think you should come over. Aubree won’t listen to any of us, but maybe you can reach her.”

Sonya frowned, listening intently. She could hear Aubree’s sobs. Because of Aubree’s previous car accident, Sonya was particularly sensitive to her distress. Hearing her cry made her heart ache. “Calm down and tell me what happened. What’s upsetting them?”

“It’s all because of…” Gina hesitated, sighing loudly before continuing, “You should just come over.”

Anxious, Sonya pressed, “Why are you keeping things from me? Aubree will be my daughter-in-law eventually. You can tell me everything.”

After a pause, Gina said bitterly, “It’s because of her engagement to Lucian. Samuel thinks Aubree should cancel it and let Lucian go, since he doesn’t seem to like her. But Aubree refuses. She says she’ll marry no one else. That’s why they’re arguing.”

Gina’s account filled Sonya with a sense of apology. Lucian was clearly at fault; he’d made Aubree wait years, then left her feeling neglected. Learning Aubree had even argued with her father over this solidified Sonya’s resolve to intervene fairly.

“Aubree’s right. I object to canceling the engagement. She’s waited for Lucian for years; he must take responsibility. Gina, calm them down. I’ll call Lucian. If that fails, Aubree can stay with us for a few days to give them both time to cool off.”

Immediately after Sonya spoke, she heard a muffled thud on the other end. Her heart sank with worry for Aubree.

Gina seemed surprised. After a moment of silence, she replied, “I… I’ll try.”

After hanging up, Sonya immediately called Lucian.

At the Farwell residence, Lucian had just tucked Estella into bed when his phone rang. Seeing Sonya’s name, and remembering her recent insistence on his marrying Aubree, he rubbed his temples. He answered after several rings.

Sonya’s voice filled his ear. “Aubree’s arguing with her father. I’m not sure what’s happening, but you should go check.”

Lucian frowned. “That’s their problem. It’s not appropriate for me to intervene.”

“Aubree’s defying her father because of you. Do you expect me to go there at this hour? Besides, it sounded violent. I can’t stop him. You should go, at least for Aubree’s safety. She’s just recovered; she can’t be hurt again!” Sonya chided.