Chapter 085 Manipulated

### Gabrielle’s Point of View

I rushed home, skipping my next meeting after Mr. Ferrer. I couldn’t focus. I know Kristine—desperate as she was to marry me, she would never kill anyone, especially an innocent child.

If what Eumerriah is saying is true, I’ll make sure Kristine pays for it. But if it’s a lie and she’s just trying to ruin us, then Eumerriah will face the consequences. She’s accused me and my family of so many things. I have my suspicions about my dad’s transactions, so I can’t fully defend him against her claims.

I knew that one day, Eumerriah would come back. I thought I was prepared, but no amount of preparation can shield you from the shock of realizing you can’t trust everyone around you.

I took a deep breath before entering the mansion. “Where’s Kristine?!” I demanded.

“Sir, Ma’am isn’t here right now. She didn’t expect you to come home with Ms. Kim, so she didn’t prepare dinner,” Manang replied.

I took my phone out of my pocket. “Where are you?”

“Oh, a miracle. Afte