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.”

on Aubree’s face deepened, Frieda

you should also tell Mrs. Farwell about it. Doesn’t

began to waver upon hearing

I can still complain to

that thought in mind, Aubree gave Sonya

quickly. “What’s the

she spoke in a concerned tone. “Mrs. Farwell, Essie’s teacher just called and told me that Essie has been absent from school for the last few days.

at once. “Isn’t Essie with

was expected, Aubree still felt disheartened to hear Sonya say it. Nevertheless, she pretended to be understanding. “I’ve been busy recently and didn’t have time to see Essie.

that, she made some idle chatter with

afraid of losing her temper if they were

“Aubree—”

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