The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet (Thalassa and Elowen) novel Chapter 1677

Hertha's good nature evaporated in an instant, replaced by a blaze of anger that surged up into her chest. Known for not taking any lip, Hertha stormed a few steps towards Georgia and Angelina, her presence fierce as she glared at them and barked, "What's with the late-night yapping, huh? Whose unruly mutts got loose, biting everyone in sight? Rabid dogs belong in the pound, not breathing this fresh air!"

"You..." Georgia, instantly riled up by Hertha's biting words, was about to retaliate when Angelina swiftly grabbed her hand, stopping her mid-gesture.

Their mission was to persuade Alaric to come home, to show him Georgia had shed her diva-like attitude, promising a change from her former self. But if Georgia were to engage in a shouting match with Hertha, it would only push Alaric further away. The bigger picture mattered, of course, but so did handling foes.

"Arguing with us won’t get you anywhere. You took my two million, promising not to hassle Alaric anymore, and yet here you are, in his house. Isn't that backtracking? If you had any decency, you’d leave right now!" Angelina assertively told Hertha.

Hertha glanced at Alaric, expecting some form of support as Angelina and Georgia bullied her, yet he just stood there, clenching his jaw, a clear sign of holding back immense frustration, but without any intention to intervene.

Her heart sank. Turning to Angelina, she said, "What my principles are isn’t for you to define! Whether I leave or stay is my choice. You better watch your mouth!"

After glaring at Angelina, Hertha quickly left, refusing to look back at anyone in the house. Her visit was meant to discuss their children with Alaric, to talk about their future. But with Alaric taking Georgia's side by default, failing to address the conflict between her and Angelina, Hertha felt utterly disappointed. Thankfully, she hadn't revealed that the children were his; otherwise, she would have dug herself into an even deeper hole.