The Mafia Heiress's Comeback: She's More Than You Think novel Chapter 163

Chapter 163 She Blamed Maren For This Disgrace

After speaking those words, the man hung up.

Stillness blanketed the room. Nadia sat on the floor, defeated, remaining speechless for what felt like ages.

Even hired assassins were suggesting she retreat? Absurd.

Just then, her mobile buzzed again.

She reached for it slowly, raising it to her ear without checking the screen. The shock had numbed her.

“Hi, who’s calling?”

“Nadia, it’s Sam. How did the conversation with Maren go? Did she agree to abandon her intention of

recovering the shares? Will she contribute to the The family’s revival?” Sam asked, sounding optimistic.

Nadia considered ending the call but feared worsening the situation. Just the day before, she had assured them confidently. “I haven’t gotten around to speaking with her yet. She’s not in the best mood today. I didn’t think

it was the right time.”

“Understood. Better to wait until she’s more receptive. I believe in you. I’ll leave everything in your capable hands and await good news,” Sam said, remembering how Maren nearly pulled a gun on them during their last

visit.

“Alright,” Nadia murmured, ending the conversation.

Her emotions twisted and churned. Yesterday, she had made promises. Today, reality had blindsided her.

“What now?” she muttered, massaging her temples. If things continued in this direction, she’d have no

reasonable excuse to offer Sam and Jessi.

With Maren now wielding full control over Morgan Group, Nadia risked being reduced to insignificance if the Thorpe family crumbled.

She was once a renowned figure in Baimsa’s elite circle–fading into obscurity wasn’t an option.

Clenching her jaw, she pulled herself together and walked out of her room.

The issue extended beyond Maren/reclaiming the shares. The Thorpe family was on the verge of financial ruin and needed capital from elsewhere.

Although Nadia had her own funds–spoils from years of indulgence by Ashton and her three protectors–it wasn’t nearly enough to rescue the Thorpe family.

Seeking Maren’s help was pointless. The woman would never agree and would likely revel in mocking her.

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Chapter 163 She Blamed Maren For This Disgrace

Nadia’s thoughts shifted to an alternative path.

She found Maren seated at the dining table.

“Maren, could I ask you for a favor?” With the assassins proving unreliable, Nadia had no alternative but to act on her own behalf.

For the first time, she had to swallow her pride and direct her appeal to Maren, of all people.

“No.” Maren didn’t stop eating or look up. She didn’t know what Nadia wanted, but she was sure it spelled trouble.

“You won’t even listen?” Nadia struggled to contain her irritation.

“Not interested.” Maren’s voice remained flat.

“Would you consider lending me some money?” Nadia pressed on, ignoring the displeasure on Maren’s face.

Though it looked like a plea, she was observing Ashton and his sons from her peripheral vision.

In earlier times, they would have rushed to offer assistance.

So when they looked up, Nadia felt a surge of hope rise in her chest.

She didn’t yet know none of them had the means to help.

Maren had already stripped Cullum and Bobby of their savings because of the earlier bet.

Ashton, having always treated the Morgan family as his own, hadn’t imagined Maren would take shares from

him. Consequently, his assets were locked in properties and investments, with little cash on hand.

When it came to William, he stood apart from his two brothers as the only one who didn’t live lavishly.

While Cullum and Bobby wasted their hours chasing thrills and women, William exercised more caution. Still, he hadn’t made any notable strides in building his finances, leaving him with little to fall back on.

Although the four of them felt sorry for Nadia, their wallets were simply empty.

“Let it go. Nobody here has cash for you. If this is how you plan to gather funds, you’d be better off asking

strangers on the sidewalk,” Maren said nonchalant

The look Nadia cast across the table said more than words could. Maren instantly picked up on her thoughts.

Nadia’s expression turned icy. Maren had basically branded her a panhandler. Despite the storm brewing inside. her, she kept her sorrowful look intact/

Cullum and Bobby merely sighed, shaking their heads. They didn’t even have enough to cover their own meals

-Ashton and William had been foofing the bill.

Ashton couldn’t even bear to meet her gaze.

Now She

It shattered her inside. She knew the four of them had always held her dear. They’d constantly put her needs. before their own. Now it was painfully obvious–they truly had nothing left to give.

Only then did Nadia grasp

Maren meant earlier, She had thought it was just another snide remark.