Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 1106:

“Connor, I have no option but to leave the Brock family. Please, look at this.” She pulled up her sleeve to reveal bruised and scarred skin.

“These wounds were inflicted by my brother, Everett. Had the butler not helped me escape the basement, I might not have survived his assault.”

Connor’s expression did not change as he examined the scars, though he scoffed internally. He was well aware that Chloe’s injuries were a result of her plots against Marissa. Everett’s extreme actions were surprising, indicating a strong affection for Marissa, much to Connor’s irritation. He was aware of Marissa’s numerous admirers globally, and despite his knowledge, jealousy nibbled at him. The thought of anyone else competing for her affection was unbearable.

Despite understanding the context of Chloe’s injuries, Connor asked routinely, “What caused Everett to lash out at you?”

Chloe would not confess her manipulations against Marissa. Instead, she quickly made up a story.

“I made a minor error, and Everett lost his temper, confining and brutally beating me in the basement.”

“Is Everett, so

she portrayed herself as a girl

now

impossible for me to stay with the Brock family. Please,

have pulled at Aelfric’s heart, but to Connor, it came across as nothing more than a nauseating display of insincerity.

today he did

given your circumstances seems reasonable. I see no reason

her joy. Did Connor’s

an eager glance, both excited. The couple hoped to align themselves with Connor to break free from Neil’s oppressive control. They also saw Chloe as a

I’m the head of the Daniels family, I don’t oversee every little detail. You’re free to take in any relatives you choose, as long as

Uncle Connor,”