“Ms. Stone, um… What's going on? I kept it a secret. How did it get leaked?”

Elisa angrily uttered, “How would I know? You’re the heir of the Buchams, for Heaven’s sake. How am I supposed to know when you don’t? Mr. Bucham, you started it and dragged me into this. I don’t care where you are and what you’re doing right now, but you must come here. Stat!”

Knowing he was at fault, Julian embarrassedly said, “Don’t be mad, Ms. Stone. It’s my fault, and I got you into this. I’ll head there right away to explain to my parents. Please let me know if you ever need my help. I will assist you unconditionally.”

Julian, who was in the wrong, made a promise to Elisa as the last thing he wanted was for Elisa to hold a grudge.

“I’ll keep that in mind. I won’t be shy to ask when I need you.”

Elisa then hung up.

Serenity, who had heard the whole phone conversation, waited until Elisa tossed her phone aside before approaching her. She picked up Elisa's phone and placed it back in front of her