Chapter 401:

Without saying anything further, she stepped out of the car, opened the door, and extended her hand. Her voice was steady and commanding. “Hand it over.”

Willow’s gaze flickered nervously, and she took several steps back. “Mrs. Norris, it’s only some spoiled seafood. There’s no need to trouble yourself over it.”

“When has the Norris family ever stooped to using spoiled seafood in our meals? Drop the bag right here. I’ll make sure the supplier comes over immediately to give us a proper explanation,” Carrie said firmly.

Kristopher, having stepped silently out of the car, now stood behind her, his presence intensifying the tension. Together, their commanding presence made the situation feel unbearably heavy.

Lowering her head, Willow refused to meet their eyes. “It didn’t come from the Norris family. It’s my mistake—I bought it on my own because it was affordable.” Willow tried to slip away, but Oliver moved swiftly, stepping in front of her to block her escape.

when you started working here,” Oliver said sharply. “No outside ingredients are allowed without approval. Everything in this house

opened the bag and carefully inspected its contents. After a moment,

peered into the bag and frowned. Glancing up at Kristopher,

is,” Kristopher confirmed, his gaze turning icy as he stared at Willow.

yourself, fine,” Oliver added, his tone dripping with menace. “I’ll report you for theft. Do you realize how much

all the

her familiar act of pleading for pity. “Please, Mrs. Norris,” Willow begged, tears streaming down her face. “My son just got engaged, and I’m hoping for a grandchild soon. There was so much of the supplement—I thought you

treat you like family, I’ve never been unfair. I’ve let

though no tears came. “It

discussion, waved her

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