A Crazy Night Novel

Christina turned to gaze at Lyle. “What did he leave me?”

“I’m sorry, but according to Mr. Hadley’s orders, I cannot give you the item unless it’s absolutely necessary.”

Nevertheless, Christina’s focus was not on the item that Nathaniel had left for her. Now that she had uncovered the reason behind his trip abroad, her next course of action was to wait for him to contact her.

At this moment, I must prioritize my own safety to protect others. Moreover, I have confidence in Nathaniel, and I’m sure he made a wise decision.

Despite Christina’s efforts to convince herself not to worry about Nathaniel, there was no denying that she was unable to fully control her own actions.

That night, she couldn’t avoid the restless grip of insomnia.

The following morning. Christina appeared in the dining room, visibly worn out. She half-heartedly had a couple of bites of breakfast, declining Raymond’s suggestion to have a doctor come and check on her.

She then went to the company and attended a scheduled meeting that lasted until noon before finally coming to an end. Christina, completely worn out, sank into her office chair, longing for a brief respite.

Lyle had gone out to fetch a nutritious meal for her. Thus, she instantly perked up at the sound of footsteps. Warily opening her eyes, Christina recognized the person standing in front of her and said with a hint of annoyance in her tone, “You’re not supposed to be here, Anya.”

The thick-skinned Anya casually plopped herself down on the couch in the lounge area and helped herself to the fruits and snacks on the coffee table.

not call for her secretary to have the uninvited guest removed from her office.

Christina with a smile on her face. “Your life is becoming quite comfortable. You even had the gall

my mansion, with no more than five people present. Excluding myself and Barnaby, the other people

to her feet and walked over, taking a seat opposite Anya. “Are you here

to be replaced by a sneer. “Plead with you? Why would I bother pleading with you? Nigel abandoned me and my

Christina was not naïve enough to believe that Anya had come to see her just for a casual chat. “Get to

was in the emergency room all night, and her condition only stabilized this morning,” said Anya. “I won’t beat around the bush. She’s your grandmother too, and the upcoming medical expenses require a substantial amount of money. I’m sure you’re well aware of our family’s financial situation and that we can’t afford those expenses. Right now, you’re the only one capable of covering her medical bills, so shouldn’t you step

it should be Christina’s duty to fulfill the filial responsibilities on behalf of her father. Even though she was displeased with Azure, she couldn’t shirk the obligations that were expected of

not entrust the money to Anya. “I understand. I’ll send someone to the hospital to

what she wanted from Christina, “Grandma despises you the most. Even though you’re fulfilling your father’s duty on his behalf, I’m sure she wouldn’t be pleased if she were to find out that you were the one who paid for her medical expenses. If

calm gaze seemingly carrying a penetrating

entrust

I’m sure you don’t have the time nor the energy to take care of Grandma. Hiring a caretaker isn’t something my mom and I are comfortable with. We’ve

interrupt Anya’s self-righteous speech, prompting the latter to add, “Also, considering the current market rates, hiring a caretaker is expensive. My mom and I can’t work for free. You’ll have to pay us for our services

Anya as if the woman was a fool, Christina said with a hint of mockery in her voice, “Anya. you’ve lived a life of luxury since childhood, and your mother spends her days attending gatherings. shopping, and traveling, yet you’re expecting me to

mounting debts. Desperate to make money, she saw Christina as her prime target, and Azure’s medical expenses were merely a convenient excuse

I’m unaware that you’re involved in Grandma’s accident. Even the police have come looking for