Chapter 565

As soon as Silas hung up the phone, it was just Susanna and Hull left in the room. Susanna stood awkwardly by the cabinet, clutching a cushion tightly to her chest, her eyes darting nervously toward Hull.

Hull settled himself on the couch, gesturing for her to join him. "Come here."

Susanna clutched the cushion even tighter, shaking her head. "I don't want to."

Her words and body language were in perfect sync, a testament to the fear Hull had instilled in her over the past few days.

Seeing her frightened demeanor, Hull's smile vanished, replaced by a chilling expression. "Hm?"

That single syllable hung in the air, dripping with menace, making Susanna's heart race. She considered bolting for the door, but knew she wouldn't get far under

Hull's watchful gaze.

him, she stammered, "We can talk

at how easily she was spooked. The reports from Silas had painted

silence, gathered her courage to speak. "I have something to

needed answers. Her

into a

did you tell Mr. Quinn you like me?" she blurted out. This was a question she needed

eyebrow, "What do you

It made Susanna feel even more unsure

cushion, she murmured,

Quinn didn't take

troublemaker," Susanna insisted

"Whether you are or

again. It scared her, but she couldn't help but shoot Hull a resentful glance. "Then hurry up with your investigation. I can't imagine

by her boldness. Despite her fear,

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