Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 92:

“Enough already. Stop!” Korbin’s voice quivered with fear

“What’s got you so scared?” Despite the urgency in his tone, Betty didn’t seem to take the matter seriously

“It’s been years, and those people haven’t shown up again. They’ve probably forgotten all about that little wretch by now.”

Korbin’s reply was laced with anxiety. “It doesn’t matter how much time has passed. We must never talk about it. If we provoke them, it could be the end for our whole family.”

Betty fell silent for a moment before conceding. “You’re right. We shouldn’t talk about it. Besides, Marissa keeps sending us money. Her identity and origins don’t really matter.”

you talking about?” Denise interjected, curiosity

live now

they are, but they’re scary. Let’s not

From Betty’s words, she discovered that they had been coerced into adopting her. They didn’t know who had forced them or who she was. It was merely

her early childhood resurfaced in her mind. Usually, young children struggle to recall their earliest years. Yet, Marissa’s memories were vivid, etched into her mind due to the daily struggles of that period.

struck when her adoptive parents, refugees in Blo Grein, perished in an explosion. Subsequently, her ten-year-old brother assumed the role of her guardian. Despite the constant threat of death, her brother clung to a hopeful outlook on life and defiantly battled their harsh fate. He always saved the best portions of food for her, often going hungry or eating only her scraps. When she was too tired to walk, he carried her on his back. At night, when sleep eluded her, he would soothe her with stories. Whenever they were harassed, he would defiantly wield his steel knife, ready to fight, undeterred even by adults. No matter the peril, he

someone’s death nearby, her brother would reassure her with unwavering resolve, “Don’t be afraid. We will survive this war.” She vividly recalled the days of being without a home. Hunger, fear, and the shadow of death were constant companions. Yet, her brother’s valor

her away from Blo Grein. She was reluctant to leave her brother behind, but he encouraged her earnestly, arguing that reuniting with her parents

they refused, citing rules. Powerless against their fate, she tearfully bid her brother farewell, insisting he keep his promise. Later, she traveled to Adagend with Korbin and Betty. Since then, she had never heard any news