Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 284

Chapter 284

The housekeeper dashed toward Frances’ side. Panting heavily, she asked, “is everything all right,Old Mrs. Yoeger?

“I'm okay. Let's go home. I'm tired.” Frances’ face was pale.

Huh?

"Okay."

The housekeeper was stunned momentarily before helping Frances back to the house,

Little did they know that Giselle had been observing them from the window on the second floorShe had a panoramic view of the entire commotion

Back at the Yoeger residence, Zachary heaved a sigh of relief the moment he saw his daughterstepping into the house.

The second Nicolette caught sight of her father, she, however, shot him a vicious glare.

I'm so glad that you're back, Nicolette!” came Zachary's greeting, his voice as loving as ever

What a hypocrite!

Nicolette had thought that her father genuinely doted on her

Alas, she finally understood that Zachary had only been making use of her.

Meanwhile, Zachary had sensed a change in Nicolette's attitude,

That flustered him for a bit before he continued, “There's no need to worry anymore because you'resafe now

Nicolette then raised a question leisurely. “Did you really send someone to go rescue me?”

Her words caught Zachary by surprise. “Of course I did!”

Even so, Nicolette simply took her father's words with a grain of salt.

“I was panic-stricken the moment you went missing, so I dispatched gazillions of people,” explainedZachary in a heartbeat. “But, you know, I still couldn't hold a candle to Samuel.”

Pursing her lips, Nicolette scoffed, “Now I finally see how lousy the Yoeger family is! We're soinferior to the Macaris that we're completely under their heel.”

Zachary felt a twinge of guilt. “It's my bad. I'm always under the weather, which is why our familyhasn't risen through the ranks for so long.”

Nicolette sniggered at that inwardly

That would make sense, for the Yoeger family was never in his hands to begin with.

Vanessa was the one reigning over the entire Yoeger family at present.

She was dying to get rid of Zachary and the rest so that she could usurp the position as the head ofthe Yoegers and call the shots.

Dad is such a moron through and through!

Nicolette reckoned that it would be naught but a wasted effort for Zachary in the end

Witnessing her demeanor, Zachary felt helpless. “You should go get some rest.”

After giving his remark, he stepped out the door.

In actuality, Zachary had never been close to Nicolette.

There was no solid kinship whatsoever between that father-and-daughter duo

Nicolette said nothing

Just when Zachary exited the house, he bumped into Yareli

“Hello, Uncle Zachary.” greeted Yareli “You seem to be in the pink of health. You can even stand andwalk now.”

Zachary nodded. Yes. The previous doctor suddenly quit, so I went to see another one This doctorrecommended me a kind of imported medicine I feel so much better after taking it.”

As Yareli listened to his speech, her brows bunched up into a knot of annoyance

Since when did he change his physician? Why weren't Mom and I informed about this?

"Why didn’t you mention this to me and Mom, Uncle Zachary? We ought to run a background checkon this doctor, you know. What if he's a quack?” Yareli had a knack for feigning kindness

"Uh... Because both you and your mom are so busy lately. I thought I shouldn't bother you all withmy personal affair was Zachary's explanation

Yareli nodded before changing the subject. “How's Nicolette?”

*She seemed to be quite emotional. I suppose she must've been agitated by something or someoneDon't worry She'll be fine after a good rest stated Zachary

Tll go talk to her later. I bet it's because of Samuel. She merely can't let him go.” Yareli's expressiondarkened as she spoke

Zachary expressed his appreciation. “Thank you. Try your best, then.”

After saying that, he spun on his heels

Yareli's gaze turned ever so malicious as she watched Zachary leave.

We've come so far to get what we've always wanted. There's no way we'll let it fall into someoneelse’s clutches!

Wheeling around, Yareli made a beeline for Nicolette's bedroom.

As soon as Nicolette caught a glimpse of Yareli's presence, the former's gaze became as cold as thewinter. “What are you here for?”

Wearing a disdainful countenance, Yarell looked at her and said, “What's the matter? Are you thatafraid of me?”

"What did you say?’ The displeasure in Nicolette’s heart intensified,

Looking at Nicolette's legs, Yarell let out a sneer. “Don’t you hate your dear Samuel to death formaking

you a cripple?”

Nicolette bit her lip and hollered. What does that have to do with you?”

"Ah, right You totally deserved it yourself.” Yareli was so unbending that she continued to mock. “Ashady, illegitimate child trying to change its own destiny by stealing someone blind. Of course, youhave nothing to complain about in the face of retribution.”

Resentment washed over Nicolette on that note. “If it hadn't been for Kathleen, I would've alreadyhit a home run.”

"Hehe. It's too bad that she’s still alive.” A chill glint flashed across Yareli's eyes. “After so long, whyhaven't you realized that it's not crucial to captivate Samuel's heart at this moment? Kathleen's themost important issue you need to deal with So long as she continues to exist, she’s going to be thegreatest threat to you.”

“As if I could replace her spot upon her demise” Nicolette bit her lip at that

"Of course you can!” Yareli narrowed her eyes to slits. “I've got wind that Samuel had mistakenKathleen for you back then. If Kathleen were to be gone with the wind, given the resemblance youboth bear to each other. Samuel would cherish you to no end. By then, hem makeover, and evenmake you the lady of the Macari family

Nicolette arched a brow. “Oh, really? Do you mind telling me from whom you got that information,then?

“Rest assured. I'm not bluffing.” Yareli Nashed a meaningful visage and informed, “I've snooped thatout from one of Samuel's subordinates.”

"Why are you telling me all this?" questioned Nicolette placidly

“I just want to know if you're really willing to admit defeat just like that.” Yarell put on a half-smileNicolette kept her lips buttoned. Indignation filled her eyes

Fishing out a piece of paper, Yareli threw out a suggestion, “If you're thinking of revenge, I have theperson who can do the job in your stead. But if anything were to crop up, you'd have to bear theconsequences alone. I'm staying out of it.”

After deliberating for a brief moment, Nicolette eventually grabbed that piece of paper from YareliThe latter narrowed her eyes

She knew that Nicolette was a woman with insatiable ambitions

Even if Nicolette had been disabled, she would never rest until she seized what she desired.

With that, Yareli grinned from ear to ear as she exited the room

Nicolette, In turn, looked at the phone number written on that paper and dialed accordingly.

In the meantime, Kathleen had just awakened from her slumber, feeling a whole lot better

A knock came from the door. “Are you awake? uttered Giselle as she walked into the room.Kathleen nodded and asked, “What's the matter?

With a deep tone, Giselle answered, “A middle-aged man came to look for Old Mrs. Yoeger today!couldn't hear what they had been conversing about, but I took notice of Old Mrs. Yoeger's sullenlook

What?

Kathleen knitted her brows into a tight knot. “Did you replace out who that man is?"

“We're on it. It's just that he has concealed his identity so well. It may take longer,” Giselle elucidatedthe matter

“All right. Be sure to let me know the outcome,” said Kathleen flatly

“Don’t you want to ask Old Mrs. Yoeger about it?” Giselle was baffled

“Forget it. Granny wouldn't tell me.” Frowning, Kathleen went on. “I somehow have a feeling thatshe’s hiding something from me Maybe that man's related to my mom's biological father It's just awild guess, though.”

“I don't get it. Why wouldn't Old Mrs Yoeger disclose that to anyone of you?" queried Giselle inperplexity

“Well... Perhaps the identity of this man would invite nothing but trouble to our family Kathleen'stone reeked of austerity. “I can understand her decision. Yet, if they've already shown up on ourdoorstep. we can't take things lying down

“Don’t worry, We'll have the results latest by tomorrow’ comforted Giselle

That's good, then

Out of the blue, Kathleen's phone rang,

She answered the call

Nicolette’s voice sounded from the other end of the line “it's me. You've agreed to help me get outof the Yoeger family, right? Does it still count?