In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

"I understand. I'll think about it when the news is verified." Jessica turned away.

However, Benjamin wasn't in a hurry to leave. He looked toward the restroom again and asked, "Can I use it?"

"I've already said there are rats in there. You're not used to such things. It's better not to use it."

"Rats aren't a problem, Danielle. What matters is removing them in time."

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As he drove away, Jessica breathed a sigh of relief. Cold sweat dripped down her back, making her feel very uncomfortable.

"You can come out."

Ryan emerged from the restroom, equally drenched in sweat.

He knelt on the ground and begged, "Ms. Landon, you must save me!"

Jessica kicked him and shrieked, "Didn't you hear? Even Benjamin knows about what happened! I wanted to cover for you, but if there's no money in the account when the time comes, I won't be able to hide it."

hurriedly said, "It's possible! I told you

skeptical

for Jessica to bend down. He whispered

him out, Jessica's expression changed

situations like this a few times before. Nothing ever went

Jessica remained silent.

the next month, the Thorne family was bustling with activity for

from the start of the street to the end, all belonging to the wealthy people who had come to attend the birthday

with a generous gift. She was dressed casually, keeping a low profile. Yet it seemed that Esme had

to mingle with the crowd while

boy's eighth birthday, we've specially invited a theater troupe to perform at home. A big group has gone there, but I find it boring. I would rather sit, drink tea, and play cards." Grace glanced in the direction of the stage and asked, "What's

"Henry."

commented, "You

woman's son, he had been

Esme was wary of him, he was likely to spend his life feeling as if he were walking a tightrope.

twinge of pity for

laughed it off. She stood by the lake, watching the fish in

worried he will turn out to be an ingrate. He must be reminded of his identity at all