Chapter 1034

"Helen plotted against me and had me locked up in the detention center for a few days, which is why I missed your text," Faye explained, offering an excuse. Even if she hadn't been detained, she wouldn't have taken the time to read through those hundreds of pointless texts unless she had a compelling reason. "Once again, it's Helen's fault," Fiona fumed. "She always ruins everything; it's so frustrating!" Faye rolled her eyes discreetly. Fiona was quick to deflect blame, never considering her own shortcomings as part of the problem. "Alright, lesson learned. Helen outwitted you this time, so make sure you don't fall for her schemes again," Faye said, carefully masking her frustration. "You're acting like it's all my fault," Fiona snapped. "I haven't even touched on how close you came to driving my dad to the edge. How dare you lecture me now?" She was done taking the heat for the day and had no patience left for Faye. With a trace of disdain, she continued, "We're supposed to b