Tangled Bonds: Echoes of the Past

Aubree, seated on the couch, leaped to her feet when she saw them crossing the threshold. She bent down and tried to touch Estella’s head, which the latter did her best to avoid. Aubree’s eyes flashed with displeasure, which she quickly hid by straightening up with a smile. “What’s the matter?” Lucian studied her intently. His tone remained indifferent. Aubree gave him a casual smile. “I want to thank you again for lending us someone today. You helped us out of a jam there, and Dad had me come over to offer our gratitude personally.” She was going to add something else after a brief pause, but Lucian cut her off, “Is the matter resolved?” Aubree was momentarily dumbfounded by his bluntness. She nodded with a smile that now seemed rather forced. “Well, the little trouble we had kept us busy until the afternoon. I hope it didn’t interfere with your business.” Lucian nodded. “There are plenty of employees in Farwell Group, and the absence of one wouldn’t make a difference. There’s no need