"So, Kaden tricked you out of your shares?" Lilah was a bit taken aback.

Marlene's expression was grim, choosing silence over words.

Lilah remained silent as well, not feeling sorry for anyone.

She was thinking about how significant Marlene's shares were.

If liquidated, they would amount to a considerable sum.

Would Kaden and Karol use them to do something terrible?

"Lilah, I'm not asking for much. I just hope you'll lend me some money for my father's sake, to help me through this difficult time. Once I get back on my feet, I will definitely take revenge on Karol. I won't let those two get away with it.You hate Karol too, don't you? My revenge would benefit you as well."

Well, after being deceived once, Marlene seemed to have learned her lesson, realizing negotiations should start from the other party's interests.

Lilah smiled faintly, "I'll take care of her myself, no need for your involvement."

Marlene's face suddenly changed, "You...

"With your kind of thinking, if Karol fooled you once, she'll do it again. I'll make sure your father gets the best treatment possible at the hospital, but as for you, you're on your own."

With that, Lilah stood up and left gracefully.

Watching her graceful figure vanish, a complex emotion flashed in Marlene's eyes.

She never dared to hope Lilah would help her.

Despite Lilah's sharp tongue, she was the only one willing to lend a hand.

Tears streamed down Marlene's face.

Alone in the hospital room, she buried her face and wept uncontrollably.

After what seemed like an eternity, Marlene abruptly dried her tears and bit her lip in determination.

"Lilah, you may look down on me and doubt my ability to seek revenge, but just wait. Wait and see what I can accomplish."

At that moment, a wave of nausea hit her.

Marlene rushed to the bedside, ready to vomit, but nothing came out.

Her mind buzzed, and a terrifying thought emerged...

That evening, when Lilah returned home, both she and Miranda received an electronic invitation from Danna.

She announced that Absolon would soon be discharged and recuperating at home, and invited them to the Morris family for a welcome-back party to cheer him up.