Chapter 698

Laura's frantic attempts to keep her composure were futile as Maxwell saw right through her.

So, she tried to hold her ground, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside. "Yes, we've met. What's the issue? She's my best friend. Why shouldn't we see each other? And how did you find out? Did Jennifer tell you, or did you have someone following her?"

Maxwell didn't answer her questions. Instead, he coldly countered, "So, you did meet her? Has she recalled the past, or did you fill her in?"

He had set a clever trap. No matter how Laura answered, it would reveal that Jennifer knew about past events.

But Laura wasn't easily fooled. After years of being a reporter, she was skilled at navigating tricky conversations.

Despite Maxwell's intimidating presence, she collected herself and replied, "Yes, I did meet Jennifer, but it was at the hospital. She didn't know who I was, though I recognized her immediately.

"That's when I realized she had lost her memory. I had no intention of bringin