Chapter 121

After ending the call, Kathryn's heart pounded so intensely that it felt unbearable. She was truly desperate at that moment.

Now she had to keep up a lie that could be easily uncovered.

If what Tally had mockingly said was true, she probably wouldn't be able to hold on until she sold the house.

Kathryn only came out of her room after two whole hours. When she opened the door, she saw that Chris finished the video call. He was making a phone call right now.

When he noticed her, Chris said to the listener, "Mm-hmm, come here at once." Then, he hung up and waved Kathryn over, even though she was only halfway out the door. "Come here."

Kathryn's chest tightened when she saw him calling her like he was calling a pet.

She wanted to retreat into her room but didn't dare to once she met Chris' sharp gaze. So, she shakily got out and walked toward Chris.

She stopped and wrung her hands together when she was about three feet away. "M-Mr. Albert?"

Before she could react, Chris pulled he