Chapter 171: I... Have Been Threatened

"Meghan..."

"My grandfather is calling for me... Monica, let me tend to him first." Meghan could not bring herself to act cool in front of Monica, because she knew how detail-oriented Monica's thoughts were.

The fingers Monica used to hold her mobile phone tightened lightly before she nodded in response to Meghan, answering, "Enjoy your vacation."

Meghan ended the call and sat down on the ground, her body feeling as if it had been depleted of all strength.

It was as if dealing with Ashton required more energy than this.

Meghan had considered telling Monica about this as soon as possible, but aside from drawing Monica into this trap, there seemed to be no other benefits.

Monica had already endured a lot along the way, and if Meghan told her about this, Monica and Ashton would certainly not back down easily.

She would find a way to save Grandfather, but she would not allow Monica and Ashton to fall into trouble, especially if others were planning to use her!

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