When They Beg, I Rise!

Chapter 568

"Thaddeus is definitely going to clear things up with her aunt," Orion reassured.

Lemira raised an eyebrow, puzzled. "What's Thaddeus's aunt got to do with this?" "Thaddeus's aunt married into the Waverly family and now runs everything over there," Orion explained, breaking down the Waverly family tree for her.

Lemira had always assumed Stella was the rightful heir to the Waverly legacy, but it turned out the second wife and her family had taken control of everything.

"I thought Asher had invited Stella's stepmother today, but it turns out it's Edith."

"Stella's stepmother, from what I've heard, comes from a modest background. She rarely socializes and spends her days at home with the kids, not involving herself in the company's affairs—let alone Stella's issues."

Lemira nodded, understanding that a widowed stepmother with little influence wouldn't have much say in Stella's matters.

Halfway through their meal, Lemira's phone buzzed incessantly.

She glanced at it-Asher was calling. "I bet he's found out I'm in Bistrova too," she said.

Orion looked at her thoughtfully. "See what he wants."

in Bistrova. I

Mrs. Waverly? Lemira wondered what Asher was up

exchanged a glance with

in Orvin can only help you. Besides, I've already set things up with

imploring tone in Asher's voice; it seemed he was

Mrs. Waverly

over shortly," Lemira

we're in the private room," Asher replied, sounding relieved

Mrs. Waverly wants to

had a part in this. "I'll go with you he offered, despite the risk of Mrs. Waverly recognizing him. He

interest is in me. If anything comes up, I'll

a long, searching

Lemira left the room with her phone in hand, while Orion quickly contacted Thaddeus

the elevator down, she unexpectedly

surprise mirrored Lemira's. "Ms. Langston, fancy seeing you here. Are

was with.

admitted openly, "Yes, I'm here