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.

tree, looking worried. As soon as she saw me, she moved

Faith had come. It was likely about Neil and Russel.

me to mediate between Neil and Russel. Although this put me in a tight spot, I

Neil too well. He was the sort to hold a grudge. With Russel stabbing him in

Did he ask for anything unreasonable?” Faith asked,

going back to Eldoria.

point, “Did you

a moment, then nodded.

a resigned smile, “Neil sought you out, didn’t he? Irene, my husband and I chose you because we know Neil still has feelings for you. He made a wrong choice back then, and it was too late to fix it.”

no response, I just stood there in

added, “With this huge mess, my husband had to go back to Springvale to sort some matters. But because of Hiram, I have to stay in Eldoria. I’m worried Karina

hesitated, should I tell Faith that

the matter?” Faith asked, perplexed when I

about to continue, Faith’s phone rang. It

Hiram asking Faith to stay here longer and help his dad. It seemed that

was surprised at Hiram’s maturity, “Alright, as long as you behave and eat

bit displeased. She didn’t say much, just reminded him to ask

ended soon

to keep her from finding

his father, so I guess I’ll be here a

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