A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 359:

Noticing his lack of protest, Evelyn’s tension eased. She continued, fabricating the story with more ease. “You heard Avery mention Cathy’s sister earlier… In truth, after the accident, Cathy has carefully preserved her sister’s possessions. Whenever she feels the pain of her absence, she takes them out to feel closer to her. But given her current health…”

Evelyn let out a weary sigh. “I’m worried that seeing her sister’s things might make Cathy too emotional, so I moved them to the basement. Even so, Cathy often goes down there to grieve…”

Her gaze locked with Kristopher’s as she continued. “So, if Avery mentioned something happening in the basement related to Joyce… it’s likely Cathy went down there again, became overwhelmed, and suffered a relapse.” As she spoke, she dramatically dabbed at her eyes with a tissue.

“Kristopher, you understand how deep Cathy’s bond with her sister was…”

Kristopher’s expression softened when he saw Evelyn’s tear-stained cheeks. Any remnants of his suspicion melted away, replaced by guilt.

He realized he shouldn’t have stirred up such painful memories.

said softly, “I’ll

Joyce’s belongings, and Evelyn knew Cathy hated any reminders of her sister. However, there

head down there now posed a grave risk. The revelation that Joyce was still alive could be explained away by Evelyn and Cathy

eyes subconsciously darted towards Belinda, who was sitting beside Kristopher. If Belinda discovered the truth about Joyce and Cathy’s strained relationship, it would ruin all of Cathy’s efforts

Kristopher turned his attention to Belinda, who appeared nonchalant while

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supposed to talk to

her teacup aside and approached him with a sneer. “Fine. I’ll go and share in Miss Miller’s grief for

dripped

before heading towards the door. “Where’s

straight to the heart of their secret, panic gripped Evelyn.