The question only served to infuriate Aubree further. “Lucian told me about it!”

The answer shocked Frieda. “Really? There’s no way he would tell you something like that.”

Her words caused Aubree to glare at her, cowing her into silence.

Knowing Lucian, she felt that once he had decided to leave Estella with Roxanne, he would definitely not allow Aubree anywhere near his daughter.

Therefore, she found it hard to believe that Lucian would tell Aubree the truth.

With a scowl on her face, Aubree explained, “He didn’t say it. Instead, he mentioned that Essie was with Mrs. Farwell, who didn’t bring up the matter with me. It’s evident that he’s lying!”

Frieda found the situation to be equally suspicious.

Nonetheless, fearful that the hasty Aubree would make a mistake, she advised, “Why don’t you give Mrs. Farwell a call? Essie might really be there.”

the scowl on Aubree’s face deepened, Frieda

you should also tell Mrs. Farwell about it. Doesn’t she deserve to know since Lucian sending Essie to Roxanne’s side

her brows, Aubree began to waver upon hearing Frieda’s

I can still complain

thought in mind,

latter answered quickly. “What’s the

Essie’s teacher just called and told me that Essie has been absent from school for the last few days. Lucian mentioned that she’s with you. I was wondering if she’s not

“Isn’t Essie with the

Nevertheless, she pretended to be understanding. “I’ve been busy recently and didn’t have time to see Essie.

some idle chatter

her temper if they were to continue

“Aubree—”

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