On the way home from Roxanne's house, Sonya pondered upon the matter and decided to give Aubree a call.
Meanwhile, Aubree was puzzled to receive Sonya's call so early in the morning.
“Aubree, I have already spoken to Lucian, and he will not speak of canceling the engagement with you again.” Even though Sonya had requested it unilaterally, she conveyed the decision simply because her son didn't object to it.
Aubree was ecstatic to hear the news. “Is it true, Mrs. Farwell?”
Just as she spoke, she inquired further, “But what about Roxanne? She seems to be very close to Lucian.
Furthermore, Essie likes her too.”
Sonya's tone turned grim at the mention of Roxanne. “Just ignore her, as only you can be Lucian's future wife. With regard to Essie, you have to be more patient with her, for she's still just a child. I'll let the matter slide this time, but you had better not do that again!”
Aubree readily agreed, “Mrs. Farwell, please rest assured that I'll treat Essie as if she's my own daughter.”
Nevertheless, the thought of Estella staying with Roxanne over the last two days continued to unsettle her. Hence, she pried further, “By the way, has Essie gone home yet? I want to find an opportunity to apologize to her.”
Sonya replied in a lackluster tone, “Not yet. I wanted to bring her back, but her condition hasn't stabilized.
She wants to stay with Roxanne, and it's also good for her recovery. By the time she feels better, I'll bring her back again.”
In response, an icy glint flashed across Aubree's eyes.
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