Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 261:

Marissa glanced at the figure concealed behind the pillar but remained composed. She turned to Daryl and Shaun with a smile, saying, “Uncle Daryl, Shaun, why don’t you head back first? There’s something I need to attend to.”

Daryl’s concern was palpable. “Tiffany, we’ve just offended Remy. It’s not safe for you to be alone. You should come with us.”

Shaun nodded in agreement. “Absolutely, Tiffany. We can’t risk anything happening to you.”

Marissa reassured them with a smile. “I appreciate your concern, but I’ll be alright. I’ll join you at home soon.”

Seeing that she was resolute in her decision, Daryl and Shaun reluctantly departed. Once they were gone, Marissa addressed the figure behind the pillar. “You can come out now, Derek.”

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Derek hesitated before emerging, his demeanor noticeably subdued compared to before. His expression held a hint of uncertainty as he met Marissa’s gaze

in demeanor, Marissa inquired, “Are

Derek nodded solemnly. “Yes.”

to see me, you should have

a moment, his gaze

quickly. Otherwise,

urgently. “I

waning. “Make it fast. I don’t have

tentatively opened his palm and asked, “Can you tell me where you

to the Black Snake, rested. She had strategically left the circular blade at the engagement party to throw Aelfric off track. She knew

Derek’s thoughts. No wonder he appeared so wary around her now, treading carefully. Perhaps he suspected she was the Black Snake and felt

deserving. With a playful glance, she remarked, “Oh, this thing? I just

it up?” Derek’s eyes sparked with relief. “So, it’s not yours? You stumbled upon

with

tense posture easing as his confidence returned. Since she wasn’t the Black Snake, he