Ch.1836 Chapter 1841 - When Love Comes Late

Meanwhile, upon hearing of Rylieâs arrest, Elizabeth also noted a shift in online sentiment.

Public opinion now overwhelmingly supported Stella, with some even speculating that someone might be attempting to frame her.

In a fit of rage, Elizabeth swept everything off the table, the items crashing to the floor.

Muttering under her breath, she scorned, âRylie, such a worthless woman.

I paid her handsomely for one simple task, and yet she messed it up.

She leaned heavily on the table, her eyes boring into the wood.

As she reflected on her efforts, it dawned on her that they hadnât even scratched Stella; rather, they inadvertently boosted her popularity.

This realization inflamed her anger further.

To make matters worse, being ridiculed by Matthew in Prosperity Group only deepened her bitterness.

Determined not to concede, Elizabeth refused to accept defeat.

âI have to tarnish Stellaâs reputation,â she muttered firmly, pondering her next move.

However, before she could hatch a new plan, her phone rang.

It was Kristian.

With impatience simmering, Elizabeth was about to speak when Kristianâs frantic voice cut through.

âSomethingâs gone wrong!â

His alarmed tone made her frown, and she queried sharply, âNow what?â

Kristian, too agitated for pleasantries, responded gravely, âSomeoneâs looking into Haley.

Elizabeth furrowed her brow and said, âItâs been a long time.

Haleyâs long gone.

Whoâs going to look into this woman now?â

Kristian shared her bewilderment.

âIâm not sure.

Whatâs our next move?â

Her expression darkened as she snapped, âHow can you even ask me that? This mess is your doing.

You were the one who insisted we involve her.

And now, even in death, sheâs causing us problems.

After venting her frustration, Elizabethâs tone turned icy.

âSort this out quickly.

If they unearth

anything about us, I wonât let you off the hook.

Kristian tried to soothe the situation.

âIt might not be as bad as you think.

I was always careful around Haley.

They shouldnât have anything on us.

Elizabeth clenched her teeth, muttering, âThey better not.

Silence fell between them for a moment before Kristian speculated, âCould Matthew have someone on it?â

âMatthew?â she echoed.

Kristian elaborated, âYes, it was all very hush-hush.

Without my connections, I wouldnât have even known.

Matthewâs the only one capable of that.

Recalling how Rylie was apprehended the moment she acted, Elizabeth realized she must have been marked beforehand.

The thought sent a shiver down her spine, and she warned Kristian sternly, âKeep a low profile for now.

Donât make any moves.

âWhen did you start being so cautious? Or is it fear that Matthew will hold you accountable for your actions?â Kristian remarked with a sneer.

âThe timing couldnât be more perfect.

Shouldnât we seize the moment to push forward? We should handle Stella first, and then have Bella return to Dorburn.

You women always hesitate.