He answered quickly, his tone impatient.

“What’s up?”

In the background, Elizabeth could hear faint laughter of a woman.

She knew without seeing that Kristian was likely entertaining another woman in Bella’s absence.

She was unfazed by the background noise.

Lowering her voice, Elizabeth said to Kristian, “It seems Stella is becoming suspicious.

You need to be more vigilant and act quickly.

We must work together to ensure no issues arise.

Our goal is to completely tarnish Stella’s reputation in Dorburn and erode Bella’s trust in her.

We have to drive her out.

After clarifying their plan, Elizabeth ended the call, but her grip on the phone remained tight, her eyes reflecting a hint of resentment.

pulled into Prosper Bay, Stella’s mind

You’ve seemed distracted since we

observed, breaking her

replied, “I’m curious about

continued, looking earnestly at Matthew, “Didn’t you notice how odd she

looked unwell

It’s concerning.

tried to reassure her, “It might be

to keep health issues private and is

is

Elizabeth’s faults, it’s

a slight nod, somewhat reassured by

“You’re right.

reaction still

hand gently and suggested, “If you’re still worried, I’ll arrange for Cordell to meet Bella and assess

quickly, relieved at the prospect of a

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