Vivian Yates pretended to think for a moment, then said, "In that case, cousin, could I trouble you to lend me some money? I'll pay you back as soon as I have some. Also, I don't have an ID for a hotel..."
Annabelle Linton nodded. "That's no problem. I'll arrange it."
Then she helped her get dressed.
After they were dressed, Annabelle Linton made a call to arrange things. As the two were walking to the hotel, Vivian Yates suddenly collapsed.
Annabelle Linton looked at her and cried out, "Janie! Janie, are you okay?"
Vivian Yates didn't respond.
With great effort, Annabelle Linton managed to drag her into the car and had no choice but to take her home.
Out of Annabelle Linton's sight, a triumphant smile played on Vivian Yates's lips.
Out of Vivian Yates's sight, Annabelle Linton's eyes were icy cold.
...
Back at home, she was told that Leona Grant had been called away on a sudden business trip and would be back the next day.
