The Twisted Obsession-Chapter 261: Next

Meanwhile, Margaret sat in Fredrick’s apartment, a cup of tea cradled in her hands. She had just returned from her meeting with Lily, and her heart was heavy with the memory of her daughter’s devastated expression. She had tried to explain, but the media frenzy had tainted everything.

Fredrick sat beside her, his hand resting on her knee. "We’ll get through this," he said softly. "Lily will come around once she understands the truth."

Margaret nodded, though her eyes were filled with doubt. "I hope so. I can’t stand the thought of her hating me."

Fredrick squeezed her knee gently. "She doesn’t hate you, Margaret. She’s just confused and hurt. Give her time."

Margaret sighed, leaning her head on Fredrick’s shoulder. "I just want all of this to be over. I want a fresh start, without all this chaos."

Fredrick kissed the top of her head. "We’ll get there. One step at a time."

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Across town, Lily sat in her bedroom, staring at her phone. Her mother’s voicemail played in her head, but she couldn’t bring herself to listen to it again. The images from the coffee shop, the reporters’ questions, and her mother’s presence with another man—all of it swirled in her mind, creating a storm of emotions.

She felt betrayed, hurt, and deeply confused. Her mother had always been her rock, and seeing her involved in such a scandal was a shock she couldn’t process. She wanted to talk to her, to understand, but the anger and pain were too fresh.

Lily’s phone buzzed with a message from her best friend, Alice.

Alice: How are you holding up?

Lily hesitated before typing back.

Lily: Not great. I’m so confused, Alice. I don’t know what to think.

Alice: I’m here for you, whatever you need. Do you want to talk about it?

Lily sighed, feeling a bit of the weight lift. Lily: Maybe later. I just need some time to process everything.

Alice: Take all the time you need. I’m here whenever you’re ready.

Lily set her phone down, grateful for Alice’s support. She lay back on her bed, staring at the ceiling, trying to make sense of the chaos that had become her life. novelbuddy-cσ๓

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Abby lounged on her luxurious chaise in her home, a wicked smile playing on her lips as she watched the news coverage. The scandal surrounding Margaret and her mysterious lover had dominated headlines for days, and Abby savored every second of it.

She reached for her glass of wine, taking a leisurely sip as the newscaster recounted the latest developments. "Mrs. Harrison’s affair has sent shockwaves through the business world and society. The identity of her young lover remains unknown, but the scandal continues to grow."

"Oh, how delightful," Abby murmured to herself, her eyes gleaming with malice. "I would pay a dollar just to see the look on Harrison’s face right now."

She imagined James Harrison in his mansion, seething with rage and humiliation. The mighty had fallen, and Abby relished the thought of his suffering. He had always been so arrogant, so convinced of his invincibility. But now, he was nothing more than a man brought low by scandal and betrayal.

Abby leaned back, her fingers idly tracing the rim of her glass. "And our dear cousin Lily," she mused, her smile widening. "She must be going insane right now. This disgrace—since she loves attention so much."

Lily had always been the golden girl, the one who could do no wrong. Abby had resented her for it, for the way she seemed to effortlessly win everyone’s admiration. But now, Lily was embroiled in a scandal that threatened to destroy everything she held dear.

The news shifted to an interview with a so-called expert on public relations, discussing the potential fallout for the Harrison family. Abby listened with half an ear, her mind already racing ahead to the next move.

She picked up her phone and dialed a number, waiting patiently for the person on the other end to answer. "Yes, it’s Abby. I have another task for you. I want you to put the next plan in motion. "

As she ended the call, Abby felt a thrill of satisfaction. She had waited a long time for this moment, for the chance to see James Harrison brought low. And now, she had the power to make it happen.

The thought of Lily’s distress added an extra layer of pleasure to her scheming. Abby had never forgiven her cousin for always being the center of attention, for always being the one everyone adored and for bullying her. Now, Lily was facing a storm of scandal and shame, and Abby couldn’t be happier.

She finished her wine and set the glass down, her mind already plotting the next steps. The scandal was far from over, and there were still so many ways to twist the knife. Abby relished the thought of watching James and Lily squirm, of seeing their perfect lives crumble around them.

As she gazed out over the city, Abby felt a sense of power and satisfaction. She had waited for this moment for so long, and now it was finally here. The Harrison family would pay for their arrogance, and she would be the one to make them suffer.

The news continued to drone on in the background, but Abby barely heard it. Her mind was already several steps ahead, planning her next move. She would make sure that the scandal didn’t die down, that it continued to haunt James and Lily at every turn.

As the sun set over the city, casting long shadows across her penthouse, Abby smiled to herself. The game was far from over, and she was just getting started. The Harrison family had no idea what was coming for them. And that was just the way she liked it.

Everything had been so worth it. She didn’t think they would make her work so easy. She scoffed in disgust. Now, now who should she hit next? Lily or Alex?

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