Reflecting on Andrew, she remarked, “It’s been quite some time since Ist saw Andrew.


    Perhaps we could invite him to join us for dinner another time.


    ”


    “Sure, I’ll coordinate when my schedule permits,” Elizabeth replied dismissively.


    Her mention of Andrew was merely to ay Be’s suspicions; she didn’t hold any significant regard


    for him.


    During their journey back, Elizabeth paused briefly before inquiring of Be, “How long do you intend to remain in Seamarsh?”


    Be turned toward her, puzzled, and queried, “You don’t appear enthusiastic about my stay here.


    ”


    Elizabeth, startled, concealed her true motives, stating, “No, it’s just that you’ve been experiencing frequent headaches since you arrived in Seamarsh.


    Perhaps this environment isn’t conducive for you, so it might be best to return to Dorburn sooner rather thanter.


    ”


    Be declined promptly.


    “My purpose here is to assist Ste in assuming control of my business.


    I have yet toplete my tasks.


    How can I go back? Moreover, I’m leading a project with her, and abandoning it midway is not an option.


    If you’re discontent here, you’re wee to return first.


    ”


    With that, she shut her eyes, signaling her reluctance to engage further.


    Observing Be’s steadfastness, Elizabeth felt a twinge of frustration.


    Concerned by Be’s recent preupation with Ste, Elizabeth grew even more apprehensive that she might recollect something.


    Even if Be’s memory remained elusive, Elizabeth feared that continued association with Ste would inevitably lead to the truth being unraveled sooner orter.


    Contemting this, Elizabeth grew increasingly unsettled.


    Upon returning to the hotel, she promptly dialed Kristian’s number.


    “You must expedite Be’s return to Dorburn without dy.


    We can’t let her continue to interact with Ste.


    If this persists, I fear I’ll be unable to control the situation,” Elizabeth asserted firmly.


    Kristian, left with little recourse, conceded, “I fabricated an illness but failed to persuade her.


    She seems resolute about staying in Seamarsh indefinitely.


    You may need to devise a solution independently.


    ”


    “You’re ipetent,” Elizabeth spat out bitterly.


    “You’ve been married to her for ages, yet you can’t manage your wife.


    I have no idea what you’ve been up to.


    ”


    Kristian’s anger red.


    “You’re her daughter, and now you’re on her side.


    What can you do about it, huh?”Ccontent ? exclusive by N?/vel(D)ra/ma.Org.


    Elizabeth seethed, her breath quickening with anger.


    Though agitated, Elizabeth maintained a cooler demeanor than Kristian.


    “Arguing like this is pointless.


    We should focus on what steps to take next instead of bickering.


    ”


    Kristian whispered, “Do you have a n?”


    Elizabeth’s eyes narrowed.


    “I have a n, but I need your assistance.


    ”


    She told Kristian her n.


    Elizabeth shared her n with Kristian and gained his support before ending the call.


    If the n seeded, Be would realize that Ste wasn’t aspetent as she thought, leading to her disappointment.