The Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 171

Chapter 171 The Meddler

“Ray–Ray, what’s with your tone?” Alaric stood up from the couch, his voice stern. “The head of the Lorimer family is no pushover. If he isn’t blaming us, there must be a reason for it. We simply want to know some details about your time in Musmeynia to see if we can find any clues. If the Lorimer family isn’t holding you accountable, it’s because Jeremiah owed you something. We can seek justice from the Lorimer family and reclaim what rightfully belongs to you.”

Kaylee didn’t hold back as she sarcastically remarked, “Even at a time like this, are you still hoping to find a trace of the Lorimer family owing me a favor? Instead of being grateful that the Lorimer family isn’t giving you any trouble, you’re trying to gain benefits from them. You must be driven mad by the thought of money, aren’t you?”

Harriet couldn’t help but reprimand, “Ray–Ray, how could you speak to your father like this? Your father is only trying to protect your interests. After all, you risked your life going to Musmeynia. It’s only logical that the Lorimer family owes you

“That’s enough. I don’t want to hear any more about what happened in Musmeynia, and you shouldn’t pry either. Since the Goodridge family has narrowly escaped disaster, you should now keep a low profile and stop hatching any crooked schemes,” Raylee warned.

“All right. I see you’ve grown independent now. We can’t even ask you a simple question,” Alaric said in annoyance. “Jeremiah is dead, and your hopes of marrying into the Lorimer family are gone. Therefore, I won’t be giving you the Goodridge family’s shares.

“So. Mr. Alaric, are you planning to go back on your word?” Raylee didn’t really expect him to keep his promise, but she couldn’t help but mock him. “The esteemed chairman of Goodridge Group, speaking as if he’s just passing gas. Mr. Goodridge, your dignity is a precious thing, so could you please have some decency?”

“When have I ever gone back on my word?” grumbled Alaric. “When you set off for Musmeynia, I told you, didn’t I? Only if you could bring Jeremiah back safely would I give you the shares as your dowry. However, he’s dead now, and you have no ties with the Lorimer family anymore. Why would I have any reason to give you shares? However, that’s okay. I’ll continue to find you a suitable match. You’re my daughter, a member of the Goodridge family. There are plenty of eligible young men in Jexburgh for you to choose from.”

“Sorry, but I’m not accommodating you anymore. I’ve said it before. I won’t be your tool again!” Raylee spoke with righteous indignation..

“Ray–Ray…” Harriet caine over, taking her arm and advising earnestly, “Jeremiah is already gone, so you need to start thinking about your own future. Your grandma is getting on in years, and it’s certain that she hopes you’ll find someone dependable to rely on during her lifetime.”

“Are you doing it to find me someone to rely on, or are you seeking benefits for the Goodridge family? You’re all as cunning as wily old foxes, so stop putting on an act,” Raylee said, shaking Harris off abruptly. “I’ve said it before. I won’t be the Goodridge family’s topl anymore. You all can forget about that!”

Harriet, in a moment of inattention, was nearly thrown off balance and almost fell

At that moment, Samuel and Waverly, leaning on their crutches, entered the house with the assistance of their housekeepers.

Upon witnessing that scene, Samuel reacted like a lit dynamite, exploding instantly.

“Kayler, I was barely put of the house, and you’re already bullying Mom?” Samuel was seething with anger.

Rayler looked at the siblings who were both leaning on crutches, feeling quite frustrated.

After all, when she pushed Waverly down the stairs back then, her intention was for her to end up either dead or severely injured, preferably crippled or maimed.

However, Samuel, the meddler, just had to lend a hand.

Werty is truly fortunate, but will her luck continue to hold? Raylee sneered inwardly. She had vowed that if she could make it back alive from Musmryna, she would definitely not let Waverly off the hook easily.

Harriet hurriedly explained, “Samuel, Ray–Ray didn’t bully me. She barely made it back alive from Musmeynia, and you haven’t even expressed a word of concern. The first thing you do is scold her. Is that how a brother should act?”

Raylee found those words amusing. She’s saying that Samuel hasn’t expressed a single word of concern, but has she?

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Chapter 171 The Meddler

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“So what if she’s alive? I heard that Jeremiah died out there. Do you think the Lorimer family will just let her off?” Samuel was both angry and worried. “If I were you, I wouldn’t strut around. I’d hide if I could and duck out of sight if possible instead of flaunting around at home. Are you tired of living? Did you forget everything Mom and Dad told you before you left? They