"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."

"It's possible! I told you

skeptical and

and gestured for Jessica to bend down. He whispered a few words

expression changed

like this a few times before. Nothing ever went wrong. It's always been this way in

Jessica remained silent.

first day of the next month, the Thorne family was

up from the start of the street to the end, all belonging to

of Matthew's son meant that the boy's future was secure. Hence, no effort was spared in welcoming and sending off guests. Grace arrived with a generous gift. She was dressed casually, keeping a low profile. Yet it seemed that Esme had a different idea and intended for Grace to be noticeable. "Ms. Lewis,

nodded at Luke, signaling him to mingle with the crowd while she followed

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

"Henry."

and commented, "You must be

in another woman's son, he had been given a new name as

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

a twinge of pity

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

be good. But I'm worried he will turn out to be an ingrate.

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