Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Feeling wronged yet somewhat hopeful, Millie asked, "Earlier you mentioned getting Murray to give me some status? What did he say?"

Now that the child was gone and the five million dollars had evaporated, her chances of securing that money were nil.

But, if she could marry into the prestigious Sherwood family, wouldn't she be set for life?

During the month Millie spent in the hospital, she often reminisced about the time when her pregnancy was going smoothly, her baby safe and sound. She'd constantly bicker with Murray, getting into squabbles with Beverley... She took her strong constitution for granted, stirring up trouble and, in the process, wearing herself down.

She even indulged in cold drinks and chilled fruits...

The more she thought about it, the more she wanted to slap herself.

If only she had known... she should have been more careful during her pregnancy.

"Why did I even bother getting upset? Couldn't I have waited until after the baby was born?"

Maisie frowned, "What was he going to say? Murray is not the type to give in easily, even getting a meeting with him is hard."

Farley listened and felt a surge of frustration.

Beverley was ready to settle with five million dollars, why couldn't she just take that and leave? Insisting on fifty million, not a penny less...

Farley's gaze towards Maisie carried a hint of reproach.

But he didn't voice his thoughts, "Mom, what do we do now?"

Maisie's eyes hardened, "We have nothing to lose against those who have everything. If he doesn't agree, we'll make a scene. We'll see who gets tired first."

made their way

was heavily guarded, making it impossible

building's fire escape, hidden behind a discreet

it with the surrounding wallpaper,

door, they could

their spirits sank when they

There was no elevator!

stairs, one

think of something else?"

floors up would

undeterred, "What are you afraid of? Let's climb! Think of the five hundred thousand dollars waiting for us at the top. Are you

Fifty minutes later-

floor

brought a

the

their floor,

secretaries, assistants, and

security

guard. She began shouting at the

scoundrel! If you don't give us an explanation today, I

and refuses to take responsibility. She's in the hospital right now! We have no money, no support;

responsibility, I'll jump from here

Millie's voice echoed loudly.

so effective that no one beyond their