Cloudia was gone. She had desperately wanted to help Ursula. But seeing Stella's ruthless decision to cut off Jaxon's medical care left her too afraid to continue.

If Blaise ever found out she had approached Stella and Jaxon was harmed as a result, it would be the end for both her and Blaise.

Stella turned to her butler. "Take care of it."

The butler nodded. "Yes, Miss."

As for Jaxon, Stella had wanted to deal with him for some time. With Ronald making his move, this was the perfect opportunity for her to act decisively.

The Larkin family had blamed their downfall entirely on her, showing no sign of self-reflection. Since they refused to take responsibility, she saw no reason to hold back.

...

Cloudia had just driven out of Mist Bay when her phone rang.

It was Ursula, her voice weak and frail. "Mom."

Hearing that fragile voice made Cloudia's heart twist with pain.

In no time at all, the entire Larkin family had become vulnerable and powerless, unable to stand up to someone like Stella.

please help me. It hurts so much,"

her twitching and unable to sleep. Each passing moment was a fresh agony. "Did Star agree to let me go abroad?" Ursula asked, feeling a level of despair she had never known before. She could feel her life slipping away. Last night had been unbearable. Sleep evaded her, leaving her

Cloudia whispered, "Ursula..."

didn't sleep a wink last night. It hurts so much. Please, speak to Star. Beg her to let me go. I'll admit to whatever she wants," Ursula sobbed. Cloudia

time. Once I recover, she can do whatever she wants with me," Ursula pleaded

Ursula was

beg you," Ursula

beyond her reach, and the unrelenting pain left her gasping for reprieve. She had never imagined that illness

refused to believe her

hopeless herself. She was heartbroken by Ursula's suffering

...

bar

started the moment she saw Stella- or perhaps

sight of the grand

The sight

the snowy landscape, had

been incredibly generous. At the time, Tabitha had assumed the funds were coming

attitude toward Stella, it seemed unlikely. She had no idea where Stella had gotten

was secretly the little princess of Mist Bay? Was it

didn't seem like it was the Larkin family's doing. If they had such connections, they

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