Caroline put down her phone and began to plan after she replied: [Goodnight.]Caroline thought, 'It won't work if I just go to Marie. Elvira is so vigilant, so she will surely come and eavesdrop. If I have to go to Marie, I have to do it without Elvira's knowledge.'Caroline came up with a solution at last. She grabbed her phone and sent Yuliana a text message. Caroline: [Yuliana, can you bring me some sleeping pills?]Yuliana replied swiftly. Yuliana: [Are you trying to kill yourself again?]Caroline: [No, I need it to do something.]Yuliana: [It's fine as long as you don't kill yourself. I'll leave it for you at the same corner as last time tonight.]Caroline thought about it before she responded.Caroline: [Yuliana, I feel like I saw Neil when I visited the cemetery a few days ago.]Yuliana took a long time to reply, as if she were shocked. Yuliana: [A few days ago? Were you seeing things wrong? Did you see his face?]Caroline: [I saw a figure. I don't know who else
Marie's eyes twitched twice, and she asked with feigned innocence, "What do you want to talk to me about, Ms. Shenton? I'm just a caregiver, doing what I'm supposed to. I don't know about anything else."Caroline grabbed a chair and calmly sat down. "You should know that there are certain things considered illegal activities. From what I know, your daughter-in-law never liked you from the beginning. Do you think you'll still have a chance to see your grandson if you end up in prison?"Marie looked at Caroline in shock. "How do you even know about this?!""Don't worry about how I know. I just want you to tell me what Elvira has ordered you to do," Caroline remarked.Marie hesitated, keeping her lips pursed and reluctant to speak."If it's difficult for you to speak about it, let's make a deal," Caroline said patiently.Marie looked at Caroline in puzzlement.Caroline pulled out a check from her pocket and placed it on the table. "There's 70,000 dollars on it. Consider it a reward
Caroline thought, 'However, I can't let my guard down yet. Who knows if Marie is going to turn against me and tell Scott about this? After all, he hired her. It's all a bet… I'm betting on humanity's greed.'-The following morning, Elvira groggily rose from her slumber. She supported her throbbing head and descended the stairs. Upon seeing Caroline was eating breakfast in the dining room, a sense of unease washed over her.Elvira pondered, 'I've always been in good health, so it's impossible for me to sleep an entire day without a hint of sound. Caroline must have done something to me!'Fuelled by anger, Elvira approached Caroline.Just as she was about to speak, Marie emerged from the kitchen."Elvira? Why are you up? I was about to bring food upstairs for you," Marie asked with concern.Elvira, puzzled, observed Marie's actions.Marie set the tray down and gently touched Elvira's forehead. Subsequently, she withdrew her hand and remarked with a smile, "Your fever has subside
After shutting the door, Caroline sat with Marie on the sofa and asked, "What would you like to ask?"Marie sighed. "Ms. Shenton, I don't understand why my daughter-in-law dislikes me so much."Caroline was rendered speechless. Marie said, "I served a few rather reputable families in Angelbay, and I make a few thousand dollars monthly. I also speak a little Ylesirese."Caroline said, "Is your daughter-in-law academically gifted? Where is she working now?""She's the deputy head of operations department in MK," Marie said. Caroline smiled. "Ah, MK. I understand her thoughts now."Marie asked, "What do you mean?"Caroline said, "A person in her position doesn't care how much money you make but how many connections you can bring her."Marie asked anxiously, "What should I do then, Ms. Shenton? Is it pointless for me to make more money?"Caroline said, "If you follow my advice, I can help you to improve your relationship with your daughter-in-law."Marie nodded strenuously. "I
Elvira frowned in displeasure. "Since Mr. Hendrix is paying you so handsomely, you will need to bear the corresponding risks as well." Elvira turned and left upon saying that. Marie pursed her lips as she gazed after Elvira's departing figure. 'They are all exploiting me, just as expected! If it weren't for Ms. Shenton's alertness to come to me, I might be wronged and wouldn't be able to speak up for myself!'An idea occurred to Marie as she looked at the medicine bottle in her hand. Half an hour later, she served milk in a tray to Caroline. Marie spoke louder when the door opened. "This is milk for you, Ms. Shenton."Marie immediately stuffed the item in her pocket with a note to Caroline. Caroline took it swiftly and placed it in her pocket.Then, she told Marie, "Understood. I'll have the milk in my room."Marie winked. "You have to finish it now so I can bring it downstairs to wash, Ms. Shenton."Caroline understood the situation, so she immediately grabbed the glass
Caroline frowned. "Are you implying that I should attempt to create conflicts between them?""Yes. I suspect that Scott not eliminating you may indicate some emotional attachment toward you," Zeke said solemnly, "That would be impossible!" Caroline denied it right away. Zeke heaved a sigh as he looked at Caroline. "Can you tell me why he is keeping you around then?"Caroline said, "He's keeping me alive because he's worried that my death will harm his reputation?"Zeke shook his head. "Have you ever considered that he could orchestrate your demise to appear accidental? It wouldn't affect him, should he decide to eliminate you."Caroline's thoughts gradually drifted. She was stunned for a long while before she muttered, "So, you're implying he is keeping me alive because he has feelings for me?""I can't think of another reason other than this. After all, you have no use for him now," Zeke shared.Caroline tightened her fists, overwhelmed by repulsion at the idea of Scott ha
Axel: [You're awesome, Lia. It's quite impressive that you can make one like this so soon.]Tyler took a glance at Axel.Tyler: [You're spoiling her.]Axel: [It's commendable when Lia makes spontaneous efforts. We should encourage that.]Tyler pouted.Tyler: [That's just lying.]Soon, Liora replied.Liora: [Your words are still as unpleasant as ever, Ty! I hate you! I despise you! Axel is the best. I miss you and Mommy so much, Axel.]Tyler's expression turned solemn.Tyler: [How about me?]Liora: [You don't deserve it because you mock me!]Tyler typed in anger.Tyler: [I won't waste my time talking to you then!]Liora: [You may choose not to talk then!]Caroline's agitation reduced significantly after seeing her two children quarreling. Caroline: [Alright, let's not quarrel anymore. You're amazing, Lia. I shall wait for your protection charm.]Tyler: [You're spoiling her, Mommy. It's scary to bring along the charm!]Liora: [You're so annoying! Gah!]Soon afterward,
On Tuesday afternoon.Caroline saw Scott's car parked at the entrance as soon as she walked out of her company building. She approached, and Scott rolled down the window. The sun hit his brown eyes and added a touch of gentleness to it. He called out gently, "Get in the car, Carol."Caroline's expression turned cold. She opened the door and said while looking straight ahead, "Don't come and pick me up next time."Scott started the car engine and diverted the topic of conversation. "What would you like to have for dinner? We're eating out tonight.""I would like to ask you if all your subordinates are disrespectful," Caroline remarked. Scott thought about Elvira right away and frowned. "Did Elvira speak harshly to you?"Caroline elaborated, "It's fine that she is always watching when I meet with my partners. Yet, why does she insult me with harsh words for no reason? Does she think that the partners don't understand Ylesirese?"Scott's expression turned cold. "What sort of h