Chapter 43 Extortion

In her office, Nancy's phone rang. It was a call from Martha. "I'll have Wendy clear things up for you." Martha's voice was firm and direct. Nancy hadn't expected Martha to get involved. After a brief pause, she asked, "Grandma, so you believed me?" Martha's weathered voice held a trace of resignation. "It's not that I believe you. It's that I understand them." In her youth, Martha had been a powerhouse in the business world. Running the vast Lidell family empire meant she knew how to see through the schemes of younger relatives. Nancy responded calmly, "So, I'm guessing you've already spoken with Wendy. What did she say?" Martha appreciated Nancy's sharp mind. "Exactly. She agreed, but only if you meet her alone. If you want, I can come with you." Nancy shook her head. "It's fine. I'll meet with her alone, just to respect her wishes." After ending the call, Nancy noticed a message from Regina. The main point was clear. Nancy should apologize to Wendy to settle the issue. The