Chapter 238 Flowers on the Cliff
"Leo and Alexander were the same age, but due to malnutrition, Leo had a small and weak stature.
"Not long after kneeling, Leo collapsed. We had to step in and assist in saving the child.
"To avoid gossip, I agreed to Fiona's request and allowed Hailey to stay as a servant in the villa.
"Hailey, much like her mother, was adept at feigning. From the beginning, she portrayed herself as submissive, being careful and meticulous in her responsibilities. She willingly assumed demanding tasks, and as we observed her behavior, we gradually let our guard down.
"It was precisely due to this sense of ease that Hailey acquired a comprehensive knowledge of the Ashford family, both its internal dynamics and external affairs.
"One day, Beckett went to the south with our two sons, Jaxon and Evander, to conduct business, which would take about ten days or more for them to return.
"At this time, Alexander suddenly fell ill. He developed a rash all over his body, causing unbearable itching. He scratched himself, leading to the formation of pus.
"This illness was contagious, and within a day, Jovan and Maelle also became infected.
"Calliope and Lyra were extremely worried and took the children to the hospital. However, despite receiving treatment for several days, there was no sign of improvement.
"Calliope couldn't stop crying.
"She had already lost Owen, and she couldn't bear another heartbreaking blow if Alexander couldn't be saved.
"Lyra was facing this situation for the first time, and she was completely at a loss. Seeing Calliope cry, she couldn't help but cry along with her.
"At that moment, I was also extremely worried that the lives of the three children were in danger.
"In times of desperation, people resort to desperate measures. I started collecting remedies from everywhere, hoping to find a solution that could immediately cure the illness of them.
"At this time, Hailey, in front of everyone in the house, told me that there was a red flower growing on a cliff, specifically known for treating various skin itching. All we needed to do was pluck it and make a bath infusion from it.
"The butler chimed in, saying that he had also heard of this flower, but it grew on steep cliffs, making it inaccessible for those without the courage or agility to reach it.
"Both Calliope and Lyra were eager to pluck this flower to treat their children's illness. However, I couldn't bear to let them go. If something happened, the children would be left without a mother.
"So, I told Calliope and Lyra to stay by the children's side while I went to the cliff to pluck the flower. They knew that I had some martial arts training, so they reluctantly agreed, but not without repeatedly urging me to be careful.
"Accompanied by Hailey and the butler, I made my way to the cliff.
"At the edge of the cliff, I saw the red flowers. Hailey and the butler confirmed with excitement that it was indeed the flower capable of curing the skin condition of the three children.
"Without hesitation, I began to climb down the cliff to pluck the flowers. Before I took action, the butler advised me to take off my coat, as it was made of genuine silk satin and could be damaged by the rocks.
"I appreciated the butler's thoughtfulness and handed him my coat to hold for me.
"Little did I know that everything, starting from the illness of the three children, was all part of Fiona's scheme.
"With great caution, I climbed to the area where the red flowers grew and discovered a dozen of them. I plucked them all because bathing three children required a significant amount.
"However, holding so many flowers made it difficult for me to continue climbing. The considerate butler suggested, 'Madam, throw the flowers up to me, and I will catch them for you. Otherwise, it will be hard for you to climb up later.'
"I tossed all the flowers up, feeling content, and started climbing up with a joyful mood. But just as I reached the edge of the cliff, both Hailey and the butler suddenly extended their feet and ruthlessly stomped on my hands.
"It was only at this moment that I realized it was all a scheme!
"Despite knowing it was a scheme, I endured the pain and questioned them why they would do such a thing.
"The butler, brimming with righteous indignation, declared, 'Because that position was never rightfully yours to begin with. You've usurped someone else's place for all these years, and it's about time you returned it.'
"Hailey said, 'I've had my fill of a life in poverty. I no longer wish to bow down and grovel. Everything that you possess rightfully belongs to my mother, but you, relying on your martial arts prowess, stubbornly cling to Mrs. Ashford's position and refuse to let go! Annabel, go and die swiftly. Only then can my mother reclaim all that is rightfully hers.'
"They relentlessly trampled on my hands with their feet, causing excruciating pain that tore me apart.
"Just as I was on the verge of exhaustion, Fiona appeared.
"Right before my eyes, she donned my coat and styled her hair to mimic mine perfectly.
"Even to this day, I still remember the words she uttered to me at the edge of the cliff..."
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