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 couldn't

to inexplicably sink. Before she even replied, she had

do you want to see me?” she asked while getting

police too. That's why I've gone into hiding. If you lead anyone

as panic began

I help her now? What if I lead them

voice rang out again. “If you don't show up, the first thing I'll do when I'm caught is to expose your crimes. When that happens, I can't guarantee what my tongue will let

lost her temper and

“You chose this path back then. It's too late for regrets now. You have twenty minutes. If I don't see you, you're going

Aubree

call-end tone rang out from her

then that Cory's words began to echo in her

this was going to happen,

it was too late

had no choice but to get herself ready

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