Chapter 269

Before Howe could say anything more, Summer had already left. The door slammed shut with a bang, leaving him alone in the room.

The place was silent, and the moonlight was dim. Just then, Howe's smile faded. His expression turned to one of hatred.

"Summer, you're rather clever. You didn't fall for my tricks, but that's fine."

Howe sat down and crossed his arms. He continued muttering to himself, "Anyway, you'll leave this place one day. I won't let you be happy with him."

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At the same time, Summer returned to the master bedroom on the third floor.

Lexi was waiting outside the room for her. When she saw Summer, she hurriedly walked over. "Are you alright, Mrs. Quigley? I heard that you went to the forest and were attacked by snakes. Were you bitten?"

Lexi was extremely anxious because she was Summer's personal bodyguard. She had failed to fulfill her duties, so she felt guilty.

Yet, Summer didn't blame Lexi at all. After all, she had intentionally avoided the bodyguards whe