Chapter 930
Chapter 930:
Isabella launched into the whole story—how the auction had spiraled out of control, how she’d been beaten, and how Denis had taken all her and Ruby’s money.
Mack went quiet for a moment, stunned. Then, he said, “Wait, Denis is going to marry Judy p>
Tears broke free as Isabella said, “Yes! That awful woman! Her brother Clive is involved in gangs, you know? Mack, Mom and I are penniless now. What should we do p>
She broke down crying, seeing Mack as her last hope.
A long, heavy silence passed before Mack spoke with quiet reassurance. “Calm down. You still have me, don’t you? I’m nowhere near as wealthy as Denis, but my p>
Income is enough to support both you and Mom financially. Don’t panic; I will figure something out. Where are you? I’ll come see you as soon as my meeting ends p>
“I’m at the hospital,” Isabella said. “Mack, we have absolutely nothing left. Denis threw me aside and emptied my account. Judy already beat me today; do you think she’ll try to kill me soon? Those gangsters are notorious for eliminating anyone who gets in their way p>
“It’s tough to predict right now, but don’t panic. Just avoid going home today and wait for me; I’ll take care of everything p>
Before the conversation could end, Ruby seized the phone, anxiety twisting her voice. “Mack, you need to be careful. Denis might come after your savings too. Remember, he’s the reason you got your job. If Judy finds out about this, you could be their next target p>
They talked a while longer before ending the call.
Rosie observed Isabella, considering whether she remained useful or should be discarded. Without money, what value could Isabella offer her?
Picking up on Rosie’s hesitation, Isabella grabbed her arm, desperation coloring her tone. “Please, Rosie! I still have value. I can keep Denis close; just don’t cast me aside. There’s something else—Denis isn’t the type to sell himself for money. Judy must be holding something over him. Let me figure out what it is. He loves me; I know he does. You have to trust me p>
Rosie offered a slight nod, concluding Isabella might still be useful for now. “Okay, rest for now. I’ve already handled your hospital bills, so just focus on recovery. We’ll discuss everything else later. Tina ran into trouble today, too, and I need to see how she’s doing now p>
After offering brief comfort to Isabella and Ruby, Rosie and Jordy left.
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Doubt gnawed at Ruby. “What if Miss Harper decides to abandon us p>
But Isabella maintained a calmer front. “She won’t discard me now; I hold too many secrets about her misdeeds. Even without money, we can still be useful to her. Mom, we still have Mack’s support, right? We’ll manage p>
A cloud of worry lingered on Ruby’s face. “Have you thought this through? The more secrets you know, the more danger you’re in. Ms. Harper may want to kill you p>
“Mom, stop talking nonsense!” Isabella snapped sharply. “Miss Harper won’t do something like that p>
Secretly, Isabella recognized Ruby had a point. Rosie might not be a gang member herself, but she had dangerous connections and a ruthless streak. Crossing her was unquestionably risky.