The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday novel Chapter 150

On the surface, Freya didn't call Johanna out on her true intentions. Instead, she played along, saying, "Well then, I owe you one, Johanna."

"There's no need for thanks, darling. Just keep on the straight and narrow, and with your looks, why wouldn't Mr. Sutton be smitten?" Johanna's voice softened. "When you make it big, don't forget all the good I've done for you."

"I'll never forget the good you've done for me, Johanna," Freya responded, her smile sending a chill down Johanna's spine. The words Johanna intended to say got stuck in her throat.

What happened to the Freya, who was so easy to manipulate?

"Mom, I'm home!" Leland entered the door, decked out in trendy athleisure, complete with earrings and rings, embodying the rebellious youth to a T.

His gaze landed on Freya, and with a frown, he asked, "What are you doing here? Who let you back in?"

Seated on the couch, Freya didn’t stand up or greet Leland.

Face darkening, Leland snapped, "Freya! I'm talking to you. Did you hear me?"

"Freya, that's too much. Leland is talking to you. How can you ignore him like this?" Johanna feigned reprimand.

Freya retorted, "Johanna, I've said it before. It is my house. Whether I come back or not isn't up for discussion."

Freya had pinpointed Johanna's vulnerability. As long as the Dawson family’s assets weren’t in Johanna’s hands, Johanna had to keep a low profile, unable to afford any confrontation with Freya.

Remembering the past life's deeds of Johanna and her son toward the Dawson Group and herself, Freya's expression turned icy. She wasn’t about to make the mistake of kicking Johanna out, which would only allow her to scheme secretly. Keeping Johanna close was a better way to maintain control.

Across from her, Leland stubbornly refused to apologize.

Freya wasn't in a hurry, letting the silence linger for a few seconds. Seeing her son wasn't catching on, Johanna gave Leland a sharp pat on the shoulder."Did you hear me? Apologize to Freya, now!"

"Sorry!" Leland's apology was filled with resentment and dissatisfaction, his voice heavy with grudges.