As she stepped out of the hotel, Aubree's mind drew a blank. She had no idea what to do next.

There was no way she could return to the mansion on the outskirts, as Lucian would definitely have it watched.

The same could be said of the hotel.

Feeling desperate, she gave Frieda a call.

The latter, who was already sound asleep, was woken up by the ringing of her phone.

Just as she was about to end the call by reflex, she was jolted awake by a glimpse of the caller ID. It was then that a glint of annoyance flashed across her eyes.

Aubree! When is she going to stop bugging me?

Upon regaining her composure, she answered, “Aubree, is there anything I can do for you?”

“Where are you now? Come to the hotel. I'm downstairs waiting for you. Remember, don't let anyone find out!”

in Aubree's voice

heart to inexplicably sink. Before she even

Why do you want to see me?” she asked

against me and have probably called the police too. That's why I've gone into hiding. If you lead anyone to me,

panic began to

is on the run from the police. Should I help

up, the first thing I'll do when I'm caught is to expose your crimes. When that happens, I can't guarantee

her temper and snapped, “You

It's too late for regrets now.

that, Aubree ended the

call-end tone rang out from her phone, the furious Frieda

Cory's words began

was going to happen,

was too late for regrets

to get herself ready and slip

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