Chapter 77

"But how would Jennifer possibly let us off easy given how much she hates us?" Bridget asked fearfully. "She'll definitely complain to Dad about us. I bet she'll make him kick us out of the house!"

Both mother and daughter were incredibly anxious now, pacing back and forth in the house.

The ambulance soon arrived and took both Agnes and Quentin to the hospital.

Bridget and Jocelyn paid for the medical fees while complaining about their failed plan. Just then, Bridget suddenly felt nauseous and began dry heaving, leaning against the wall for support.

Jocelyn asked anxiously, "What's wrong, dear? Did you eat something stale?"

"I'm okay. I've just been easily nauseous lately," Bridget said.

Both mother and daughter were too preoccupied with their present situation, so neither gave too much thought to Bridget's condition.

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Two days later, Zion returned from his business trip to the neighboring city. Agnes happened to be discharged from the hospital on the same day.

Quentin remain