Chapter 993: Bertha, I'm sorry, save me...

When Bertha Swift received a call from Maria White, the effects of the drug had just started to kick in. She was groggy and initially thought she was dreaming upon hearing the tearful voice on the other end, until Oswald Lewis's voice cut in.

It was like a bucket of cold water was dumped on her, instantly sobering Bertha Swift.

She sat up abruptly from the bed and finally heard Maria White's voice clearly, "Bertha, I'm sorry, help me..."

Her body, which had been warm from sleep, turned cold instantly. She barely found her voice to ask, "Maria White, where are you?"

As soon as she finished her question, there was a noise on the other end. When it quieted down, Bertha Swift realized the phone had changed hands, and she held her breath as she called out, "Oswald."

A snicker came from the other side, "Miss Swift, your friend is a guest at my place. Would you be interested in joining us?"