It was indeed her idea, but she suddenly remembered the complicated relationship between him and Aldrich.

Brian's grandmother, Debora, had once revealed to her that Barlow's mother, Adeline, had poisoned Brian under the influence of Aldrich's father, Chase, who was also Brian's uncle.

Born into poverty, Adeline lost her parents at a young age and lived with her sister.

Excelling academically, she attracted Hughes Group's financial support.

In her youth, Adeline was both stunning and intelligent. Upon first sight, Chase was enamored by her.