Chapter 114

Annie was a master at weaving truth and lies, making her act convincingly genuine. She deliberately mentioned that Renee had accused her of ruining something good, prompting Carl to immediately think about what had happened in the wine cellar.

Renee had a history of using tricks to get close to him, so it was easy for Carl to suspect that her drunken fall into the water was just another ploy.

By nature, he was a suspicious and dangerous man. Once doubt crept in, he would dismiss her completely.

In her past life, this was how Annie had methodically pushed Renee to the brink of despair.

Now, with Annie crying in his arms, Carl’s expression was dark and terrifying. Behind him stood two others: Michael Grey and Mandy Xander, who had just returned from her business trip. Annie had timed everything perfectly to have them here.

Both of them looked displeased at the sight of Annie’s swollen, tear-streaked face and turned their disapproving gazes toward Renee.

Michael spoke first, his ton