Judging by what I can see of Maria‘s experience, you might be

Lara considered this for some time. She didn't really know much about the situation, so she couldn't make any conclusions yet.

“Is it possible that Maria's family is advising her?" Maybe her parents?"

Jacqueline's eyes lit up at the mention of Maria's family.

“Mom, Maria is the Jenkins family's adopted daughter. Her foster mother is in Broome now so can't give her any advice. As for her foster father and sister Haha!"

Jacqueline's mood had finally improved. She explained the situation with Bill, Vivian and Patricia to Lara. Upon hearing this, Lara was left stunned for some time.

“The Jenkins family doesn't deserve to be regarded as one of Sheffield's rich and powerful families. They did so many nasty things. And they even got Maria in trouble?"

Lara grinned.

“Jacqueline, can you arrange for me to meet with Patricia? I want to see her."

Meanwhile, Vivian hadn't updated her novel Song of Phoenix for a few days.

She tried her best to concentrate on writing, but even after several hours, she was unable to complete a single chapter.

Vivian was very frustrated.

She even called Boden to ask how Lorraine was doing in Broome.

Hearing that Lorraine was still recovering and very weak, Vivian felt conflicted.

If Lorraine was not sick, she could still write and then Vivian could try and steal her manuscripts.

But it was also true that if she got better, she might accuse Vivian of plagiarism.

“It's so annoying. Her thoughts were interrupted by Patricia who barged into her room without knocking.

Vivian contemplated her options.

"Vivian, get ready to come out with me to meet someone very important."

Vivian was apprehensive upon hearing that Patricia was taking her to see some very important guests.

“Mom, could you call the company's makeup artist? I'LL be late if I do all the hair and makeup myself," she asked.

Patricia was confused for a Little while but then she understood what Vivian was concerned about.

She smiled reassuringly.

“You don't need to worry about your hair and makeup. You actually look fine. Besides, the two people we're meeting are women.”