Chapter 59 They were there for him

They were there for him ~ Arlina sat in front of her mirror, = meticulously brushing her long hair in the luxurious space that was filled with pricey artwork and plush furnishings.

Her elegant manner was highlighted by the low lighting as she got ready for another glamorous evening.

Her slim figure was gracefully adorned with an evening gown of emerald green, which shimmered like a leaf kissed by dew. Arlina's radiant smile reflected in the mirror, hinting at the excitement that bubbled within her.

The room echoed with the distinct sound of her cell phone ringing, just as she finished brushing her silky hair.

Arlina, slightly displeased with the interruption, reached for her phone and took a quick look at the caller ID. It was her closest friend, Amelia, who also served as her loyal secretary.

Curious, Arlina pressed the answer button and raised the phone to her ear.

"What's the matter, Amelia?" "Sorry for intruding, Mrs. Malfoy but 1 I just received an update from Mr.

Malfoy" Amelia replied. "He won't be able to accompany you." Arlina's eyebrows shot upwards in shock. "What do you mean?" "His... err... His..." As though she were trying not to say the word, Amelia stammered.

"Don't waste my time Amelia! What I

the hell is wrong with him?! Why can't I he accompany me after we've planned all this?!" Anger infusing her voice, Arlina screamed.

got into an accident," Amelia said. "He is in the hospital with Old Master Malfoy." Hearing this, Arlina gritted her teeth in anger. "What accident?! He is probably using this to garner attention! That

from her boss and friend made her

Traditional Medicine to look for trouble and

Arlina sneered. "He can fool them but not me!" fh "Are you not going to visit

replied with a hint of arrogance in her voice. "That reminds me, have you found the whereabouts of Master Cleo?" "No" Amelia answered. "He really disappeared but I would keep trying." "Good. Be careful and don't let anybody suspect you, not even Duane, okay?" "Trust me, Mrs. Malfoy." Saying

I the charity banquet.

would bring her handsome husband along but it seems he's

not even call because of that sly wolf? He's really

her family signed a business deal with the Malfoy Family, it had really

to experience a grave loss

proposed marriage to the

had fallen in love with her since they met some weeks back at a banquet but their marriage — was just a deal, there was nothing

they started using each other for the gain of their career and even though there was no love, they've never really had an

for the banquet when her phone rang again. She furrowed her brows when she

sharply as she brought the phone to

what I happened?"

know Father will get annoyed!" "And so?" Arlina scoffed. "He's your son and he is his grandson. Jeff is not related to me." "I guess this is for the better! I just started to realize that you are a vixen" Duane

in your place, and don't forget that without me or the Malfoy Family, the Woods Family would be nothing." Repressing her scream, Arlina's body trembled from the sheer amount of adrenaline flying through it. "Are you threatening me now?" Arlina asked breathlessly, her stomach clenching with the force of her restraints. "Jeff won't be useful for you nor the Malfoy Family. So drop the act of caring for

you neglected for nineteen years." "I don't care what you think but remember that Father is still the Patriarch of the Family. You must visit Jeff in the hospital, he's my first son." Hearing this, Arlina felt a stab in her heart. His first son? What about Ethan, her

to show his true face to you. He will later steal everything from you!" Before Duane could

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