Chapter 666

Irene: "Auntie, I've been quite busy these past few days. I'll come visit you in a few days. As for Lambert's matter, please don't trouble yourself over it anymore. I don't blame him, and I hope you won't either. As long as he and Ariana can be happy together, that's all that matters." Hearing the faint tremor of pain in her daughter's voice, her heart ached unbearably. She wanted to say something, but suddenly remembered Kendra's warning to her. The words died in her throat, leaving her momentarily speechless. After a long silence, she finally murmured softly, "You've suffered so much, Irene." On the other end of the line, Irene froze. This wasn't the response she had anticipated from Georgia. Frowning slightly, she replied, "It's nothing. As long as they're happy, my own pain doesn't matter." This only made Georgia's heart ache even more. But Irene hadn't called today to wallow in self-pity. After a pause, her voice took on a desolate tone as she continued, "Auntie, I hope you can ex