The Mafia Heiress's Comeback: She's More Than You Think novel Chapter 164

Chapter 164 The Thorpe Family Strikes Back

“Nadia, since you’re going to visit the Thorpe family, could you remind them about those shares they owe us? I’d hate to have to send over a few hundred men to collect–could get ugly,” Maren casually remarked.

Seeing Nadia’s venomous look, Maren suddenly recalled that the Thorpe family had yet to return her shares.

Lately, Isla’s care had consumed her attention, leaving this issue temporarily sidelined.

With Stormclaw already off gathering intel on the Echucan jungles, updates were expected soon. She knew she’d have to make a trip there herself.

Having experienced firsthand how stubborn Ashton had been about returning shares, Maren expected no less resistance from the Thorpe family, especially given their recent behavior.

Standing near the door, Nadia felt her heart drop at Maren’s veiled threat, sensing the Thorpe family was quickly running out of options.

“You’re mistaken, Maren. I’m just going out for a stroll.” There was no way Nadia could openly say she was

going to the Thorpe family.

“Suit yourself—but pass my message along anyway,” Maren replied flatly, uninterested in playing along with

Nadia’s transparent excuses.

Today, she intended to check out several schools in Baimsa, letting Isla choose the one she preferred so they

could begin enrollment soon.

Considering Echucan’s dangers, Isla definitely couldn’t come along, so arranging proper schooling had become

urgent.

Shortly after breakfast ended, Maren took Isla out.

Nadia left too but walked in the opposite direction, trying to throw Maren off her trail. As soon as Maren drove away, Nadia quickly doubled back towards the Thorpe family’s residence.

Nadia felt rather proud of her cunning maneuver, unaware Maren had easily spotted her through the rearview

mirror.

Maren intended her message clearly–if the Thorpe family persisted in their defiance, she’d personally handle the issue once and for all.

Nadia soon arrived at her destination.

“Nadia, you’re finally here! Come taste the soup I personally cooked,” Jessi greeted enthusiastically as Nadia

entered.

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As someone accustomed to luxury, she had probably never stepped foot into a kitchen before, much less cooked soup herself.

Nadia didn’t buy that claim for a second but politely sampled the soup anyway, showering Jessi with fake praise and delighting he

immensely.

“Now, Nadia, what’s the news? Did Maren agree to lend us the funds?” Sam finally broke the pleasantries, focusing on what truly mattered to him.

Instantly, Jessi’s attention sharpened as well.

Their entire family’s survival hinged on Maren’s response

“I’m so sony,” Nadia said apologetically, confirming Sam and Jessi’s worst fears at once. “I couldn’t change Maren’s mind. She not only refused to lend money but also insists you return those shares immediately. Or

else…”

Return the shares immediately?

Sam and Jessi reacted furiously upon hearing this demand.

Even if they wanted to comply, their family was already struggling financially, barely holding things together.

Expecting them to hand over anything now was ludicrous. They’d have to sell off their entire company- something they’d never willingly do.

“Or else what exactly?” Sam growled dangerously.

“Exactly, let’s see her try! If she’s got the guts, she can kill us all!” Jessi snapped bitterly.

Pretending to be nervous, Nadia lowered her voice dramatically. “Maren threatened to send hundreds of armed men to destroy the Thorpe family if you don’t cooperate.

She deliberately exaggerated Maren’s warning.

“Absolutely disgraceful!” Sam roared, slamming/his fist on the table. “Does she really believe the Thorpe family

has no backbone?”

“That’s right! We won’t stand by and let her bully us!” Jessi echoed angrily, recalling vividly when Maren had

threatened her before.

“Please don’t do anything reckless. Take this money. It’s everything I’ve saved up. I know your family’s going through a hard time, and I can’t do much, but I’ll help in whatever small way I can.”

Nadia smoothly handed over the bank card William had previously given her, pretending it was her own money.

Before Sam could respond, Jessi quickly grabbed the card and said, “I always knew you were different, Nadia.