?<strong>Chapter 609:</strong>
Morgan agreed with a nod, “That sounds like a sensible n. When are you thinking of doing it?”
After a moment’s thought, Elyse replied, “In the spring. It’s too chilly now. I worry they’d feel the cold.”
Morgan gave a supportive smile. “You’re right. It’s better to wait for warmer weather.”
Later, Elyse and Morgan headed back to the hospital. Upon their safe return, Jayden set aside his paperwork and inquired, “I heard Lanny killed his wife. He’s really something.”
Elyse gave a nonchnt shrug. “It was bound to happen. He’s always been cruel and heartless. He’s been arrested and will soon be sentenced. His cruelty will finally catch up with him.”
Jaydenmented, “Understood. I’ll take steps to ensure he’s sentenced swiftly.”
Elyse nodded in agreement. “Good. You might also want to let Mabel know about Glenda’s death and Lanny’s impending sentence. If she’s too far away, her creditors won’t be able to locate her.”
Jayden immediately sent his men to deal with the matter.
Five dayster, the trial took ce. Lanny’s defense crumbled under the weight of solid evidence. By the end of the trial, his arrogance had vanished. Looking defeated and worn, he was a shadow of his former self.
Following the trial, numerous reporters, tipped off by Jayden, gathered outside the courthouse to ensure Mabel would learn of her parents’ fates through various media outlets.
Mabel, who had fled from Watscar, saw the news on television. The reality that her family’s business had been shuttered, her mother was deceased, and her father was incarcerated overwhelmed her. She copsed.
She began packing her things in her hotel room, determined to return to Watscar. She couldn’t ept that her mother had been killed and her selfish father had been arrested. She was skeptical of every detail in the news. She wouldn’t believe it unless she had verified everything personally.
As she was packing, her phone rang with a call from Kaelyn. Assuming Kaelyn was calling to offerfort, she answered immediately.
“Hello, Kaelyn. What can I do for you?”
Kaelyn sounded frantic as she asked, “Where are you right now? I’lle get you.”
Mabel was puzzled. “What’s going on, Kaelyn? I’m in Yra City and nning to head back to Watscar. I just learned from TV my mom is dead and my dad is jailed. I can’t believe it until I see for myself.”
Kaelyn replied gravely, “You shouldn’t go back. The news is urate. If you return, your creditors will locate you. It’s all part of Elyse’s scheme.”
Mabel was shocked, struggling to grasp what Kaelyn was suggesting. “Why would you say it’s her scheme? What has she possibly done to my parents?” she inquired.
“I’m not sure of all the details. But your old creditors have been seen with her, lurking around your apartment. They’re probably waiting for you toe home.”
Mabel’s hands went cold. “Has Elyse orchestrated all this? Why would she target my family? What have we ever done to her? Has she lost her mind?”
Kaelyn sighed, sounding defeated, “I don’t have all the details. Clearly, she isn’t willing to spare anyone in your family, including you. That’s why I’m urging you not to go back. Stay hidden. You’re not in a position to confront her right now.”
Mabelughed bitterly, driven by anger. “Kaelyn, you mean my family is destroyed and I have to flee just because Elyse holds a grudge? Why should I run?”
Kaelyn paused, then suggested, “Since you’re at a crossroads, why note with me? I’m nning to move abroad. You coulde along and rely on me. What do you think?”
After a pause, she added, “Also, I can help cover your tracks. That way, Elyse won’t be able to find you. You’ll be safe.”
Mabel felt a flicker of temptation. Going abroad with Kaelyn seemed like herst option. Yet, she feltpelled to return home to conduct her mother’s funeral. Mabel didn’t trust Elyse to respect her mother’s ashes, given her deep-seated hatred for her family.
Kaelyn continued to persuade her, “Come with me overseas. Once you gain more strength, you can seek revenge against Elyse.”
After much deliberation, Mabel decided, “Okay, Kaelyn. I’lle with you.”
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