"S-She is..."Kaitlyn locked eyes with Renee, her gaze revealing an indescribable mix of pain and distress."Mom, don't be afraid." Renee rushed to embrace her mother, feeling the familiar softness of Kaitlyn's hand.But then Renee pulled back, studying Kaitlyn. There was no change—even the white hair by her temples remained the same."Renee, you are in danger. Run, quickly!""Mom?"Kaitlyn's smile remained, but her eyes turned frigid as if she had transformed into someone else. She stared at Renee with a sinister grin, her voice chilling. "Renee, what's the matter?"Renee let go suddenly, retreating several steps."Talk!" Kaitlyn closed in slowly. "So, did you follow me to find this place?""Mom, I..." An icy shiver shot down Renee's spine, her skin prickling with goosebumps. "I was just worried. You hadn't taken your medicine today, so I thought..."Kaitlyn's lips twitched briefly before she resumed her smile. "Ah, I understand.""Mom, when did you get this house? How come
"No! I won't let you harm my daughter!"You foolish woman! When Melvin had her impersonate Pamela, why didn't you let her take over the Thompsons' wealth? You missed such a great opportunity. You should just die!"No! It's all Melvin's fault. It has nothing to do with my daughter! You can't... I know, I know you've been wronged! You have grievances, but please don't let this hatred continue!"Renee was stunned.Suddenly, Kaitlyn rushed toward her, grabbing her shoulders and shaking her forcefully."Renee, run! Hurry and run!"Don't let that person hurt you... Run!"Renee did not have time to react. Kaitlyn pushed her aside and slammed her own head against the wall!-Lena's injuries had improved, and the time spent in the small village became a rare rainbow in her bleak life.Chris made a wooden rifle for her.Lena burst into laughter as she accepted it. "Do you think of me as a child?""A child's toy isn't as exquisite as this!" Chris quickly defended himself.Lena toyed
Chris followed Lena into the house. When he saw her locking herself in a room, he secretly went around outside and watched her through the window.He observed her holding the wooden rifle, unwilling to take her eyes off it. Then she took a piece of cloth and carefully wiped it, treating the rifle as a precious treasure.A warm feeling suddenly welled up in Chris' heart, and he smiled unconsciously.At that moment, his phone vibrated, and he hurriedly went away to answer the call.Zuko's deep voice came from the other end. "Professor Adam's in Centrolis. I've contacted him through Uncle Seth and Aunt Zennie, and we'll meet in the afternoon the day after tomorrow. I'll go with Lina… and the truth will likely be revealed soon."The day after tomorrow?" Chris found it a little late. "Why can't he speed things up and make it tomorrow since he's close to Aunt Zennie?""He has a patient tomorrow," Zuko explained. "Doesn't really have the time for us.""A patient?" Chris was surprised a
Renee bit her lip, her restless hands tugging at the corner of her clothes.Adam recommended several mental health treatment facilities to her, writing them down on a piece of paper, his gaze filled with compassion."This kind of illness can't be delayed," he said in a low voice. "The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to cure. For the sake of your mother and the safety of others, it's best to send her there as soon as possible."Renee took the note and bowed to the professor, thanking him softly.She then visited those places in person.They were all well-equipped hospitals, both public and private, with serene and clean environments. The nurses were diligent and responsible, so the places were suitable for treatment.However, Renee saw another side to these hospitals.Some patients appeared dazed, while others were frantic. As soon as she entered the corridors, she could hear constant cries and screams echoing back and forth.She knew that the nurses and caregivers there
Renee was already sobbing uncontrollably as she threw herself into her mother's embrace. Kaitlyn's hug was as warm as it used to be, and her hands caressed Renee's hair with the same gentleness."I'm sorry..." Kaitlyn said tearfully, "Mom didn't do that on purpose... I can't control myself."Renee looked at her, and they clung to each other for a long time.In the following days, Renee frequently visited Adam.In addition to preparing to send Kaitlyn to the mental health care facility, she also asked him some nursing-related questions. She had a vague idea in her mind—to personally take care of Kaitlyn."Ms. Thompson, you have to think it through." Adam frowned. "Patients like this need professional caregivers. Going there might only add troubles.""I won't...""It's not as simple as you think," Adam's deep blue eyes held a touch of sympathy and helplessness. "You might think you can stay composed, but when you witness your mother in pain from the treatments, you'll likely lose
Lina and Zuko couldn't believe what they heard: "dissociative personality disorder."Zuko was particularly shocked. When he was young, he used to play in Jim's study.Jim was a mystery writer who often wrote about split personality disorder. Back then, Zuko didn't really understand it, so Jim patiently explained."It's a mental disorder where a person sees themselves as different individuals, each with their own personalities, and they do things that don't make sense."Zuko had thought this only existed in stories. He never expected...His brows knitted as he remembered the night Albert kidnapped Janine. How could Albert have sneaked a gun into the heavily guarded Hamertons'? Later, they discovered there was a spy involved.Security footage showed a slim woman acting suspiciously at the event. She wore a hoodie and a hat, making identification difficult. At the time, they suspected it might be Kaitlyn due to her body shape, but they didn't want to jump to conclusions.They worri
"Lena…" He paused. "I don't want you to carry all this alone. I—"Before he could finish, Lena's voice of despair reached his ears. "I don't have a mother anymore, starting today."Chris was taken aback. "What?"Lena shut her eyes, tears streaming down.Later, Chris learned that this was the day Lena's mother was executed.Krystal, known as Madame Krys in the criminal world, was involved in human trafficking and had committed numerous crimes. Despite everything, she remained Lena's only mother in her eyes.Chris held her tightly, gently stroking her hair."I don't have a mother now," Lena whispered. "I really don't. I couldn't even see her one last time. She's gone now..."Chris deeply felt her pain. "Lena, even though you've lost your mother, you still have me."Lena snapped out of her trance, realizing Chris was holding her. She craved his embrace, his scent, the comfort of being near him...But fear surged within her, and she pushed him away, struggling to stand."No, I d
Zuko shared the same thought. Still, what kind of approach should they use to make Toph accept this?They were at a loss for a good solution and remained silent. It was then Zuko's phone rang. Cordelia's anxious voice sounded on the other end."Zuko, Toph just rushed out in a panic, saying... that Renee wants to break up with him! Contact your brother and find out what's going on!"Zuko hurriedly dialed Toph's number, but there was no answer, no matter how many times he called.Lina told him not to panic and called Renee.When Renee answered, her voice was trembling. "Lina, I... I just got home and found that my mom's missing!""What?!"Lina and Zuko had a bad feeling at that moment."Renee, listen to me." Lina calmed down and explained the situation, "We already know about your mother. Is it because of this that you broke up with Toph?""Lina...""Why are you being so foolish?" Lina sounded a bit anxious. "No matter what, we won't let you face this alone!"Renee remained si