Chapter 183

Belinda had seen Gwen’s true colors a long time ago. Yet, because Gwen was Ariana’s stepmother and the lady of the Torrey family, Belinda treated her with courtesy.

But when Belinda thought of Igor’s disgraceful behavior from the previous night, she had no desire to humor Gwen any further.

She asked indifferently, “Mrs. Torrey, how much money are you hoping to borrow?”

“Not a lot…. just 90 million.”

Belinda froze. 90 million? That was a bold request indeed.

“Mrs. Lodge Senior, I know the Lodge family has immense resources, 90 million is just a drop in the bucket for you. Please have mercy on us. We really are facing a crisis, or else I wouldn’t be begging for your help.”

Gwen was anxious to redeem the Aurora Pearls. The seller had said the price would rise again in a couple more days. If she waited too long, even 90 million wouldn’t be enough.

“Mrs. Torrey, you’re quite brazen. Do you think we’re just a convenient ATM for the Torreys?

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last night. There

Belinda simply hung up, not giving Gwen any face at

at the disconnected call.

actually hung

intention of lending money, Gwen’s face

help, her only option would be to take out a loan. But no legitimate bank would just hand over

had been brought to the Lodge residence by

for very long–just a couple of days. The housekeepers greeted her

Igor would be getting out of the hospital soon, and she had no interest in

need anything at all, please let us

“Really?”

“Of course.”

“Wonderful.”

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