Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 731

Mandy was completely taken aback by Xavier's blunt refusal. The eyes of her family members on her made the sting of rejection even worse, leaving her feeling utterly humiliated.

With frustration simmering in her voice, Mandy demanded, "Xavier, it's just a five-million-dollar loan. It's not like I won't pay it back. You can't spare five million?"

"Mandy, it's not that I don't want to help. I'm really strapped for cash right now; I genuinely don't have five million to spare."

"Not even with a promissory note, Xavier?"

"It's not about the note, Mandy. The company's ramping up production, and I need every penny. You're usually so understanding—I thought you'd get it."

"I can't understand, I just can't," Mandy snapped and hung up the phone in frustration.

Alivia chimed in, "Mandy, listen to me. You should break up with him. Sure, he's not obligated to lend you the money, but the way he refused without even hesitating—do you really think he loves you?"

Mandy stayed silent, her mind racing.

At that moment, Hattie and Josefina walked in.

"Mom, Aunt Dorian, we've packed up everything and finished the discharge paperwork. Josie and I need to head out now. She's got class this afternoon, and I need to drop her off," Hattie announced.

Alivia nodded warmly, "Josie, thanks for your help."

"Not a problem at all, Grandma, Uncle, Aunt. I'll see you later," Josie said with a smile.

Evan, grinning, offered, "Josie, let me drive you."

"No need, I've got it covered. You all continue," Hattie interjected.

Hattie and Josefina left without even acknowledging Mandy, leaving her standing there, stunned. Had they just witnessed her humiliation?

Mandy's feelings were written all over her face, and Ayala quickly addressed it, "Mandy, Josie and your aunt were here to help us. We asked them to come. Don't overthink it. And honestly, we didn't expect you to drop by, given how your relationship seems to be consuming all your time."

Mandy stood there, silent, her head bowed.

"Caiden, I haven't seen your mother around lately. How is she?"

"She's doing well. She mentioned wanting to catch up over coffee sometime."

Josefina listened in, curious about Caiden's identity.

She knew the name Rowland was linked to Xavier.

Without interrupting, Josefina absorbed the conversation until Caiden took his leave.

In a hushed tone, Josefina asked, "Mom, Caiden wouldn't happen to be related to Xavier, would he?"

Hattie confirmed quietly, "Yes, Xavier is the Rowland family's illegitimate son, while Caiden is the legitimate heir. His mother fell ill over the scandal, and Caiden had her recuperate abroad. Juggling responsibilities here and overseas, Caiden is the dutiful son."

Continuing, Hattie added, "Xavier lives with his mother at the Rowland estate. Caiden's father, blinded by folly, neglected a peaceful life for an affair. Given Caiden's adept business skills, his father entrusted most of the family assets to him, leaving Xavier out in the cold."