Chapitre 998: Chapter 998: She is a Successful Stand-in

Cory Hughes knew clearly that even if Caleb Mamet fell for Zora and had no time for Xaviera Evans, there was still the Russell family, and Letitia Russell would definitely come to inquire about her.

His face darkened at this point, recalling the years spent with Letitia, during which he married into the Russell family and had to listen to their whims. Though Hughes family had gradually prospered, he had no gratitude toward the Russell family, only resentment. Due to their power, if they came to take Xaviera away, he couldn't confront them head-on and needed to find an excuse to handle the situation.

With a resentful look in her eyes, Madam Hughes spoke up: "There are many reasons. For example, we can say that Xaviera Evans is already dead. We can set a fire and claim that Xaviera was burned to death and her body reduced to ashes. We can give them her ashes."