Chapter 90

Last year, when I discovered I was pregnant, I made the decision to stop consuming coffee and tea completely for the sake of my baby. This was difficult for someone who relied on coffee every day. However, I persevered for the well-being of my child and continued to abstain until after giving birth.

Thinking about my child only strengthened my resolve to send Max packing. I truly understood the saying, "A woman is weak, but a mother is strong."

Steven arrived, dressed in army-green work clothes and wearing a baseball cap, and took a seat across from me. "Ms. Middleton."

I pushed the cup of coffee towards him. "I wasn't sure what you would like, so I ordered an Americano."

Steven casually removed his cap. "I'm not picky."

After taking a sip, he immediately got to the point. "You asked me to investigate Lucy. I did, but I advise you to abandon this lead."

"Why?" I inquired.

"Lucy's benefactor is Cindy's father. As I mentioned before, this man plays a significant role in Lucy's lif