Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 223-1 Danielle looked coldly at the three maids kneeling before her, their tear-streaked faces contorted with fear. Her eyes held no warmth. Today, she was going to expose the traitor.

Every minute spent with the Darling family meant a greater risk for them.

The maids continued to sob on the floor.

"I already know who the culprit is. The only reason I’m still talking to you is to give you a chance to come clean. If you confess now, I’ll show leniency. If I have to expose you, it won’t be so simple," Danielle said, her voice icy, as she rhythmically tapped her index finger on the table.

Joseph added in a low voice, "If you step forward now, considering how long you’ve been with the Darling family, I’ll ensure no harm comes to you. But if we have to point you out, the consequences will be severe."

All eyes were on the three maids, whose faces were now smeared with tears, their sobs echoing in the room.

"I haven’t done anything wrong, Miss Darling. I swear on my life, I haven’t betrayed the Darling family. I’ll cooperate with the investigation. If I’ve done anything wrong, let heaven strike me down!" Sarah hiccuped between sobs, raising three fingers in a vow, her sincerity almost overwhelming.

with the investigation. I swear I’ve done nothing wrong. I’ve always been loyal to the

and straightforward in our work for the Darling family. There’s no other intention here. There must be some misunderstanding. We’ve been wronged, and as a sign of my loyalty, I’m willing to resign to clear my name," Judy added, her voice

take care of you anymore. Please remember to eat on time, rest properly, and in the winter, when your legs start to hurt, find someone who knows how to massage. Working for the Darling family these past years has been the happiest time of my life. Thank you for all the care

figured it out—she wasn’t sure which one of them was guilty, but she’d know soon enough. Before she left,

who the person hiding in the Darling

After all, Judy had always cared for her daily needs, her personality was sweet, and she had a knack for saying all

Judy could have hired the assassin. Just as she

"Danielle."

consequences would be irreversible. The person behind all this was still lurking in the

them down one by one. The recent poisonings in Soufield confirmed the reach of this enemy—they had infiltrated deep. But was the

always trust what you see. Until the truth is out,

gaze to Judy. "Am I