Chapter 164

Josiah did not answer her question but said instead, "Ysabelle, you should go."

Ysabelle's voice softened, "Josiah, I'm sure it must be hard on you after the incident, let me stay here with you."

His attitude remained cold. "There's no need."

"What about Yena…"

"The doctor will keep an eye on Yena," Josiah cut her off bluntly.

Ysabelle thought of staying with him to earn his trust but seeing how Josiah was cold toward her, she gave up eventually.

Before leaving, she added, "I'll come another day to visit Yena. Take care of yourself, Josiah."

On the other hand, Josiah ignored her as he lit up a cigarette.

…

Meredith was once locked up in this exact basement three years ago.

The memory of her days being spent in the dark, cold, and wet basement was still fresh.

Meredith hated every second of her time spent in the basement.

Cowering by a corner in the basement, she could only hope that the cops would run a thorough investigation of Miss Leah's death to prove her innocence.

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