Chapter 1013

Abigail immediately realized that Xander must have intervened. It was the only explanation for the sudden change in attitude from someone who had been so hostile toward her. "What did my husband say to you?" Mariah shook her head. "He didn't say anything." Abigail gave her a pointed look without saying a word. Feeling the weight of Abigail's silent scrutiny, Mariah began to feel guilty and, ultimately, spilled the beans. "He just asked me if I wanted to move," Mariah said. Abigail asked, "Is that all?" Mariah continued, "Do you remember the Prescott families? A few days ago, they sold their houses for less than they're worth and quickly left North Florivera, saying they would never return. At first, like everyone else, I thought they left because Elliot was arrested, and they were too embarrassed to stay in North Florivera. But I just found out from your husband that he likely pulled some strings to force those families to sell their houses and leave North Florivera." At this po