Chapter 501

I couldn’t believe it when Russel finally backed off, but then Neil suddenly began to hit back. His counterattack was fierce, which even stunned Stella Wallace and our group chat.

Stella: Is Neil out of his mind?

Alicia: Not just him. Russel too. They’re both bats in the belfry.

Barbara: Is it really about Rena?

She tagged me in the chat, asking me to weigh in.

I avoided the question, pretending not to see it and let them continue their heated discussion.

My phone rang, interrupting my reading of the group chat. It was Faith Whitmore.

We hadn’t been in touch lately. Neil had said she was returning to Eldoria because Hiram was still there, but did they not know that Karina Aaron was already here? So, it was likely that Hiram was here too.

“Irene, could we meet?” Faith asked anxiously as soon as I picked up.

“Sure, where are you now?” I replied.

“I’m at Sterling Estates. Do you have the kids with you? I can come to you if that’s easier. Faith, ever considerate, offered. gave her the Sands family’s address.

About half an hour later, Faith was at our doorstep. The children were already asleep, so I left them in Hannah’s care and hurried outside.

moved forward to meet me, “Irene, I wouldn’t have

had come. It was likely about Neil

Russel. Although this put me

Russel. He should cool down a bit, but Neil…” I frowned. I knew Neil too well. He was the sort to hold a grudge. With Russel stabbing him in the back, Neil would undoubtedly want

ask for anything unreasonable?”

to Eldoria.

“Did you also meet with Neil?”

hesitated for a moment, then nodded.

my husband and I chose you because we know Neil still has feelings for you. He made a wrong choice back then, and it

no response, I just stood there

had to go back to Springvale to sort some matters. But because of Hiram, I have to stay

I tell Faith

the matter?” Faith asked, perplexed when I

was about to continue, Faith’s phone rang. It was Hiram.

could faintly hear Hiram asking Faith to stay here longer and help his

was surprised at Hiram’s maturity, “Alright, as long as you behave and eat properly, grandma won’t worry. Where’s your mom?”

Faith looked a bit displeased. She didn’t say much, just reminded him to ask Karina for help with his homework

ended soon after.

trying to delay Faith’s return to Eldoria to keep her from

me to stay and help his father, so I guess I’ll be here a while longer.” Faith smiled

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