“Also, you need to take $20,000 and give it to Mr. Bennett, the intermediary. We've been hiring household staff through him, and you should ask him to find a job for your distant niece, Lily, in our house.”

 

"I understand, Ma'am," Ava nodded. Instead of letting Charlotte insert another spy, it was better for them to take the initiative.

 

After she had finished giving instructions, Isabella felt tired and went to bed early.

 

Three days later, Ava brought Lily to meet her.

 

"Hello, Ma'am," Lily politely bowed. She had her hair in two thick braids, and she appeared quite intelligent.

 

Isabella smiled and asked her a few simple questions. Lily...