Chapter 99 She's Been a Bit Sleepy Lately
After Susanna set out all the meals and arranged them neatly, she went to persuade Madison, who had been crying for a long time, to come out of the bedroom.
Madison felt a bit embarrassed. "Look at me, still feeling so lost when things happen at this age. Her uncle used to be an honest man. We’ve managed to avoid being bullied all this time thanks to Susanna's fearless nature when she was young."
Edward also noticed the situation before, feeling even more guilty towards Susanna.
Susanna, his little sister, wouldn't have suffered so much, if she hadn't gone missing back then.
Seeing her shameless foster parents causing trouble today, it is obvious that how arrogant and domineering they were in the past.
Edward became more determined to resolve the relationship with Erica this time, paving the way for Susanna to return home.
After finishing the meal, Susanna discussed with Edward and Aviana about the government compensation, coming up with some countermeasures.
Edward actually felt there was no need to discuss this matter; he would just have someone solve it directly.
Aviana secretly nudged him several times, reminding him to remain indifferent and calm, not letting Susanna notice anything unusual. The issue of government compensation can be resolved behind the scenes, but the public facade should be well maintained.
Yawning, Susanna suddenly felt extremely tired.
During this period, she had been a bit sleepy, although she didn't have morning sickness, she had started feeling drowsy.
Austin noticed and quickly said, "Edward and Aviana, it's getting late. Let's go back and rest. The government compensation matter is not an urgency."
Edward didn't say much either, setting off with Aviana and Austin.
Once they entered the elevator, Edward spoke first. "I've already sent someone to investigate the company responsible for the government compensation. Grace and Andrew won't succeed, and Susanna won't suffer."
Aviana suggested, "Susanna's current house has two rooms, which is a little small. Why don't we take this opportunity of government compensation to get her a larger house?"
Edward's eyes lit up. "That makes sense. How about getting her a villa? I've already selected a well-located villa close to her work and school."
Austin rubbed his chin. "Isn't a villa too ostentatious? Let's get her a large single-story house instead."
Looking at these two men who cared so much about their sister, Aviana sighed, "Wouldn't it be too conspicuous? Wouldn’t it be suspicious if only Susanna were to receive a large single-story house, considering that so many others have received government compensation?"
Edward felt a bit helpless. "I wonder if Susanna has already accepted us. Maybe we shouldn't hide our identities anymore?"
He had prepared many large villas and seaside houses, all of which he wanted to give her.
Austin pondered, "Let's take it step by step after resolving Erica's matter."
They couldn't let Susanna return to the Jones family and have Erica take over her original position.
Moreover, Austin felt that Erica, with her duplicity and deep thoughts, was not suitable to continue staying in the Jones family.
On Susanna's side, she didn't go to work at the studio but continued hiding at school or in the study room.
With Edward around, Grace and Andrew probably wouldn't dare to cause trouble.
As long as they held on until to sigh in the government mobilization meeting, Grace and Andrew would have no way out.
Shortly after, she received a call from Dick. "Susanna, you can come to work since your foster parents haven't caused any trouble recently."
"But I want to wait at home until the government compensation is over before coming to work."
"Susanna, are you not going to work after being wealthy with the government compensation?"
Susanna felt a bit helpless. "I'm heavily in debt now, how could I be considered wealthy?"
"Susanna, but the project you were in charge of in the community, the leaders specifically want you to take over. They appreciate your aesthetic sense."
"Alright, I'll come over."
After hanging up, Susanna went to the studio, wearing a hat and mask to avoid being recognized.
Seeing her attire, Dick joked, "Are you a thief?"
"I'm just worried about being recognized and causing trouble for everyone at the studio. I'll work on the project directly on the computer and see if there are any issues."
Susanna had just sat down at her desk when someone stormed in angrily from outside, looking like they were ready to devour someone.
"Susanna!"
Hearing her name being called, Susanna looked up and saw an unexpected person, Allison.
It had been a while since they last met, and Allison looked worn out and poorly dressed, as if she hadn't washed for days.
Susanna paused her work. "What's up?"
Dick immediately came out of the office and stood in front of Susanna. "Allison, you've been fired by the company. If you're here to cause trouble, I'll take actions."
Allison's expression twisted. "Dick, why are you treating me like this? Have you forgotten what you said to me that night that you would take responsibility for me, and wait until our relationship stabilized before going public?"
Dick's expression changed slightly, then calmly replied, "I never said such things."
"I know you would denied everything, once we had sex."
Dick became a bit of impatient. "Allison, everyone knows what you did. You falsely accused Susanna of things she didn't do. You have tasted your own medicine ending up like now."
He regretted ever having relations with Allison, even going to the extent of getting himself checked at the hospital, fearing he might have contracted something from her.
Allison suddenly felt like crying. She knelt in front of Susanna. "I was wrong this time, I'm sorry, please forgive me!"
Susanna was bewildered. Just a moment ago, Allison had come in all aggressive, and now she was kneeling? She even glanced around, wondering if this was a trick.
After all, Allison had Elaine, that despicable woman, backing her. She had to be cautious.
Although Allison had lowered her stance, deep down, she was still resentful. But now that the old man's company had gone bankrupt and been acquired, not only will the family's children receive little to no inheritance, but they may also end up burdened with huge debts.
Elaine had already deleted her from Facebook and wouldn't answer calls, clearly trying to distance herself.
Now she had received a lawsuit from a prominent law firm, demanding that she kneel and apologize to Susanna, or face imprisonment and compensation.
Allison was at her wit's end, so she could only come and kneel to apologize, begging Susanna for forgiveness.
She was truly unwilling.
Why was it that Susanna could surpass her and win first place in the competition back then?
Why could Susanna always come out unscathed and even earn Dick's favor?
She had worked hard and was excellent too.
Why did Susanna possess everything while she didn’t?
Dick was also surprised. The scene of Allison kneeling seemed familiar as the old man's daughter had knelt before as well.
Could it be that Susanna's background was not to be underestimated?
But he had never heard Susanna mention it.
Meanwhile, Susanna found it strange. Leaning closer to Allison, she asked, "What do you want to..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Allison forcefully rammed into her belly...
