The Billionaire’s Maid Bride

Penelope put on a show of being wronged, saying, “Allison, you’ve totally got me wrong. It was Nathalie who asked all those questions. She was the one who suggested the game.” She didn’t dare offend Allison openly. Ever since Leah Flanagan–Eaden’s medication swap was discovered by Allison, Allison had become a loose cannon.

The old Allison would never dare talk to Penelope like this.

Penelope decided to play weak first, then slowly find Allison’s weak spots.

“Allison, we grew up together. Sure, we’ve had our share of fights, but remember when I gave you twenty grand to help Grace Zimmer–Kane? You needed the money; I wanted to marry Lucian. It was a win–win, right? If you have a thing for Jason, I don’t mind; we’re not at odds.” Seeing Allison leaning against the railing in silence, she continued to soothe, “Once I’m married to Lucian, I’ll help you reunite with your mom; how about that?”

lifted

went on, “Your mom is now on the best medication. She’s

Achilles heel. Secing Allison’s emotions waver, she immediately continued, “Allison, as long as I marry into the Lindbergh family, your mother will be safe. Once I become Lucian’s wife, I’ll give you and Grace a chunk

She and Adrian would find a way to save

Penelope called out,

driver, “Drop her off on the bench in front of the hotel, then take me back to the beach.” The driver hesitated, “Is that okay?”

“What’s not okay?”

before getting up.

center of the island. Her hair was a mess. She went