On the other hand, Frieda was furious as she assumed her brother and grandfather didn't appreciate her efforts. Consequently, they even forbade her from interfering in Queen Group's business.
After Alfred and Jonathan went upstairs, Frieda plopped onto the couch angrily and brooded for a long time. She would occasionally vent her frustrations on the servants.
As she failed to tamp down her frustration, she called Aubree.
“Aubree, where are you?”
Aubree was in the hospital, and Sonya was sitting beside her. Hearing Frieda's voice, she lowered her phone's volume and responded, “I'm in the hospital. What's wrong?”
“Haven't you got discharged yet?” Frieda asked in concern.
Frieda knew Aubree was admitted to the hospital after she got hurt trying to save Sonya. Frieda often visited Aubree at the hospital, but she didn't realize Aubree's condition was that serious.
Aubree glanced at Sonya and said pretentiously, “I wanted to discharge from the hospital as I think I'm doing better, but Mrs. Farwell is worried about me.”
Hearing that, Sonya shot her a reproachful look.
Aubree flashed a coy smile as their gazes met.
“It's only right for Mrs. Farwell to show her concern for you as you got hurt trying to save her. Besides, you're her future daughter-in-law. Who else should she shower her affection on if not for you?” Frieda answered cheerfully. Recalling what happened earlier, she put on a gloomy expression. “I'll come visit you later. Wait for me!”
Aubree grunted in agreement.
After the call ended, Sonya offered her a slice of orange.
Taking the slice of orange from her, Aubree said, “Mrs. Farwell, I've already recovered. You don't have to take care of me. You're making me feel rather uneasy.”
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