Chapter 686

Mia turned to Caleb and remarked, “So, this is why Mr. Barrett was seeking reishi mushrooms?

“But as far as I know, reishi mushrooms aren’t capable of treating incurable diseases; they’re primarily used to prevent muscle atrophy and stimulate neurons.

“Typically, only those with full–body paralysis or in a vegetative state would require reishi mushrooms.”

“Yes, Tim’s grandmother has entered a vegetative state, so she needs reishi mushrooms.”

Timothy’s grandmother?

Laura?

Mia’s brow furrowed as she recalled the details from her investigation, realizing that it was Laura who had orchestrated her marriage into the Barrett family as a commoner.

Although it initially seemed like Mia had a stroke of luck, marrying someone on their deathbed left her pondering whether it was ultimately a blessing or a curse.

However, this situation also presented an opportunity.

Mia nodded thoughtfully before remarking, “So, Mr. Barrett needed the reishi mushrooms for a sick family member. I had assumed he intended to sell them for profit.”

the esteemed Barrett family in Bern City. Money is hardly an issue for him.

negotiation, but I must personally verify whether or not you’re trying to deceive me. Coincidentally, I have

and Caleb were taken

her expression tinged with a hint of awkwardness. “What’s wrong? Can’t I

us the reishi mushrooms,

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hand. “None

at Ginger, waiting until Caleb stepped away to make the ticket reservation call. She then leaned down and

how will your plan work? Besides, I’m quite good at pretending to be

affectionately patted Ginger’s head and smiled, saying, “Alright, then we’ll pay a

curious about the place that

escorted Ginger

Wade remained oblivious

find out, her brothers would soon follow suit, and they certainly wouldn’t

for Sage’s sake, this journey was

sky, Mia watched the shrinking silhouette of Xanier Island below. Contemplating Sage’s illness, her

touched down at Bern City International

during the flight, she had drifted off to sleep just

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