Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress by Vera Fiore

Chapter 183 "It's over, Lia," Asher's voice was deep and slightly hoarse. “Malfoy is dead. It's all over." Thalia's heart suddenly raced. "Are you... are you alright?" There was a moment of silence on the other end.

Then Asher's voice cthrough the phone: "I'm fine." Thank goodness for that.

Thalia exhaled with relief.

Her heart, which had been in her throat, finally settled back into place.

She had been terrified that Asher might have been injured while confronting Malfoy in Russia.

"I should go now. It's dinner time," Thalia said.

"Lia, wait for me," Asher's voice was gentle.

Thalia didn't respond, simply ending the call.

Her mind was in turmoil.

The Malfoy situation might be resolved, but what about Lady Blackwood? And Randolph now had strong negative feelings toward the Blackwood family.

She herself couldn't simply ignore the pain she had suffered and start over with Asher.

"Thalia, dinner's ready!" Victoria called out, pulling Thalia from her thoughts.

"Coming," Thalia pushed aside her jumbled thoughts and headed toward the dining room.

Ever since learning of Sienna's pregnancy, Margret Ashcroft had been absolutely delighted.

Drake hadn't yet told his mother about Ashcroft Group's troubles. He was still trying to salvage what he could, planning to inform her only when it becabsolutely unsustainable.

Thus, Margret remained blissfully unaware. Despite the company being on the brink of disaster, she continued to play the role of wealthy socialite, bedecked in jewelry and radiating happiness.

09:43 O Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress 98.4% Chapter 183 That afternoon, Margret brought a housekeeper along to purchase nutritional supplements for expectant mothers. She also sent the housekeeper to a members only supermarket for premium organic vegetables and a free-range chicken, intending to prepare a nourishing chicken soup for Sienna.

When they arrived at Sienna's apartment, Margret cheerfully took Sienna's hand, asking all manner of concerned questions.

Sienna, however, was clearly dispirited, responding with half-hearted answers.

Margret assumed Sienna's mood was affected by pregnancy hormones and didn't think much of it.

She instructed the housekeeper to arrange the supplements, then said, "Wilson, please start preparing the chicken soup for our future daughter-in-law." The housekeeper promptly replied, "Yes, madam." The title "future daughter-in-law" was something Sienna had once dreamed of hearing.

Now, she merely found it irritating.

She knew little about business matters, but she had heard that Ashcroft Group was drowning in debt and on the verge of bankruptcy.

If she married into the Ashcroft family now, she would be burdened with enormous debt for the rest of her life. "What's wrong, dear? Are you feeling unwell?" Margret noticed her demeanor and asked with concern. Sienna replied with a noncommittal “Mm.” "Pregnancy is like that-sometimes you feel low and irritable, sometimes even depressed," Margret said. Margret held Sienna's hand, playing the role of the doting future mother-in-law. "I was the swhen I was pregnant with Drake. Sometimes my mood would swing, and everything would irritate me. Perhaps you should move in with us? Having staff to look after you would put my mind at ease." "That's not necessary, Mrs. Ashcroft," Sienna gently withdrew her hand. "I'm accustomed to living here. I'm afraid I wouldn't adjust well to your home." Margret accepted this without suspicion, nodding. "Of course, you should stay where you're comfortable. What if I send Wilson to attend to you daily? Or perhaps she could stay here if there's room? Having someone look after you would reassure me, especially since Drake is so busy with company matters." Hearing this opening, Sienna seized the opportunity, responding with a question of her own: "Mrs. Ashcroft, how is the company doing lately?" "Hmm? What do you mean?" Margret seemed puzzled by the sudden question.

11. A True Heiress 98 Vo Chapter 183 Sienna probed further: "It's just that I've barely seen Drake for days. I've gone to the office several times, but he hasn't been there. Has something happened at the company?" Margret was a full-thousewife who paid little attention to the world outside her social circle. Between shopping, beauty treatments, mahjong games, and afternoon teas, she had no knowledge of the company's current state.

She didn't find Sienna's question suspicious, assuming it merely showed concern for Drake. She smiled and replied: "Oh, it's the usual, I suppose. Drake and his father haven't mentioned anything to me. He must be particularly busy lately. I'll have a word with him-no matter how busy he is, he shouldn't neglect his wife and child. I'll tell him to make more tfor you." Seeing that Margret knew nothing, Sienna dropped the subject.

"Mrs. Ashcroft, there's no need for the housekeeper to stay here. My place isn't suitable." Margret looked uncertain. "I'm worried something might happen if you're alone. Pregnant women need constant care." What could possibly happen? Sienna mentally rolled her eyes.

She had already decided to terminate the pregnancy. If Margret arranged for someone to stay with her, watching her constantly, how would she manage to get an abortion? The Ashcroft family was nearly bankrupt, and she absolutely could not have this child. She was still early in her pregnancy-an abortion was still feasible.

If she actually gave birth, there would be no going back. Even if she didn't marry Drake and shoulder the Ashcroft family's debt, having a child would be a burden, making it harder to find another suitable match. She wasn't foolish enough to struggle as a single mother.

While planning the abortion in her mind, Sienna maintained her composure.

She smiled, fabricating a story: "My mother heard about my pregnancy and has already bought a plane ticket. With her taking care of me, you needn't worry." "Your mother is coming to London? That's wonderful!" Margret smiled. “When does she arrive? I'll arrange a welcdinner for her." Ashcroft Group had moved its headquarters to London back when Arno Jones had invested in it.

At that time, Drake had purchased a villa in London specifically to win Thalia back, establishing a hthere. Now the entire Ashcroft family lived in London.

Sienna had manipulated Drake into buying her a fully furnished apartment during the period when she was pretending to be Thalia's replacement, and she now lived there.

Not only had her mother not purchased any tickets, but even if she were to come, Sienna couldn't possibly allow her Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress Chapter 183 to meet Margret.

The Ashcroft family was a sinking ship, one that Sienna was desperate to abandon. The last thing she wanted was for her family to meet the Ashcrofts.

Sienna adopted a gentle demeanor, smiling softly as she said, "Mrs. Ashcroft, there's no rush. We can discuss it when the tcomes."

Hearing this, Margret frowned.

"What's wrong, dear? Is it becauseDrake has been neglecting you lately? Are you upset and hesitant about arranging a meeting between our families?" Sienna had been struggling to find a suitable excuse.

With Margret's question, she was handed the perfect pretext.

Sienna pursed her lips, presenting a picture of dejection as she lowered her gaze. "Yes, Mrs. Ashcroft. Drake OV seems increasingly indifferent toward me. He never wanted this child in the first place." Though she had intended to merely feign hurt, as she spoke these words, Sienna found herself genuinely saddened.

Despite everything, her feelings for Drake were real, and she had once genuinely looked forward to having his child.

Remembering how Drake had told her to terminate the pregnancy m without a moment's hesitation when she'd shown him the test results, she felt genuine pain and resentment. Her words had turned out to be a true expression of her feelings.

But she had outgrown the naivety of love-struck youth.

She loved Drake, but love couldn't pay the bills.

Marrying him now would ruin her life.

Hearing Sienna's words, Margret gently patted her shoulder in consolation. “I'll speak up for you. I'll make Drake cand spend twith you tonight." What good would that do now? Sienna thought to herself.

"It's alright, Mrs. Ashcroft. Drake is very busy, and I don't want to burden him. Once he gets through this be period, I'm sure he'll csee me." Hearing this, Margret's eyes filled with approval. "You're so understanding, Sienna. Truly worthy of being my daughter-in-law." mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLliIofifl0&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1