Leah looked Ian in the eyes, nodded, and then shook her head. “How’s it possible? How can Charlie know Sasha?”

Leah had a theory but was unsure whether to share it with him. However, Ian appeared to have anticipated Leah’s thoughts. He frowned and paused before responding, “So you suspect that they staged the drowning incident ten years ago? Charlie had also planned to adopt you so that Sasha can be the White family’s daughter.”

Leah pursed her lips and sighed. “Although I don’t have any evidence now and it’s all based on my speculation, I think that this is too much of a coincidence.”

Ian wore a solemn expression as he tried to piece together the information. He tried to examine the matter from Leah’s perspective and realized that it made perfect sense. However, he refused to believe that it was the truth. After all, he had known Sasha since the Sanders family relocated next to the White family. He was fourteen years old back then, while Sasha was twelve. He initially thought that the latter was a timid girl. He soon realized, however, that she was an innocent, albeit a little spoiled, child. Ian had always treated her like a sister and did not believe she was capable of such deception.

“It’s all right. I don’t want to put you in a difficult position.” Leah sighed when she noticed Ian’s agonized frown. “This is just my speculation. I don’t have any evidence now. Perhaps I may have been wrong about Sasha.”

“No, something must be amiss for you to derive that assumption. Don’t worry, I’ll help you get to the bottom of the matter,” Ian assured.

“Thank you, Ian,” Leah said sincerely. In response, the man grinned. He was, however, visibly tired.

“I noticed that you have been up early and returning late at night. Did something happen?” Leah asked with a concerned look.

Ian shook his head and sighed. “It’s nothing serious. It’s just that ever since we brought Ron back to the Sanders family, he has been playing around all day long. I have been helping my father to run the company. He made a mistake and the Sanders family is now trying to salvage the situation.”

“What?” Leah frowned as she was reminded of Ron’s drunk state last night. She wondered, was he feeling troubled by this matter too? After regaining her senses, Leah probed, “What happened?”

vent his frustration and destress. He had been carrying the burden all by himself and was feeling exhausted. Hence, he explained, “Ron has a childhood sweetheart called Izzy. He offended some men and they kidnapped Izzy to take revenge. In the end, the poor girl was raped and killed. It was a serious matter and Izzy’s parents blamed it on Ron. They wanted him to atone for

happen? I remembered that Ron was calling Izzy’s name when he held onto my hand in his sleep

days to settle the matter. Her family does not want monetary

are his plans?”

using alcohol to numb himself. It’s clear that he doesn’t care

“Has the people who harmed Izzy

shook his head and said, “Nope. Things would not be so complicated if

quizzically, “Why weren’t they caught? Given the gravity of the matter, it should be taken

as he explained, “There’s a powerful force behind them. It’s not as simple as it seems. The matter is becoming complicated. There are two ways to resolve this issue. First, Ron gives up his life to atone for his mistakes. Second, get hold of the culprits responsible for the kidnap. However…” The man lowered his head and continued dejectedly,

facing a difficult

That’s right! Han will definitely be able to think

having been married to Han for three years, Leah knew that he was a capable man. His abilities were far greater than they seemed. In fact, he had

should be able to think of a solution.” Ian cast a side-eye at her and his

for a while, Leah decided to head back to the White residence. Jane was exhilarated to

the flu.”

want to go to the

to as I’m almost recovered. I’m still feeling weak. I should be fine after resting for a few days.” Leah tried her best to

Her smile froze when she saw Leah. However, she quickly regained her composure and

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