Rebirth of Billionaire's Wife (Eveline)

Chapter 386 386: What if he actually likes her

"Are you sure hiding this from Uncle is a good idea? We can still change the plan," Eveline voiced her concern over the call.

She wanted to ensure that Sherlyn had discussed their plan with Kaden and that he was okay with it. But when Sherlyn admitted she hadn't, Eveline hesitated. Doubt crept into her mind, making her reconsider the entire idea.

She couldn't risk Sherlyn's life just to satisfy her curiosity about the woman named Valeria Lee.

Gabriel had been right—they could find another way to get answers. However, when Sherlyn refused to back down, Eveline faltered.

"Don't worry. I'll talk to him soon. For now, let's just focus on the plan. If what you're saying is true and that woman is being held against her will, we need to report it to the cops," Sherlyn stated firmly.

After Eveline described the marks she had seen on the woman's arms and how she had pleaded not to be left alone, it became clear that she was terrified.

When Eveline remained silent, Sherlyn reassured her again. "Believe me, Eveline. Let's go through with the plan, and I'll figure out a way to talk to your uncle soon. Don't worry."

Eveline sighed, her shoulders relaxing slightly. She nodded.

"But if you notice anything suspicious, stop immediately and leave the place," Eveline warned.

"Got it. Now hang up—I'm already here," Sherlyn said before ending the call.

Sherlyn's car pulled up in front of the house, nestled high in the mountains, far from the bustling city. The drive had taken her nearly an hour and a half, but what caught her off guard the most was the heavy security surrounding the property.

She had expected something unusual when they insisted she come to them instead of bringing their patient to her, yet despite preparing herself, a sense of unease settled in her chest. As she stepped out of the car and made her way inside, the tension only grew stronger.

***

Inside the café, Eveline sighed.

Sherlyn had reassured her, but she couldn't shake the nagging feeling of guilt about keeping this from her uncle.

Her eyes flickered to the time on her phone before shifting back to the glass door. She was supposed to be meeting Ella to discuss how they would get Michelle out of Jedrick's grasp.

anxiously against the table, she continued to wait. A few

got stuck in traffic," Ella apologized,

offered a small

their orders, they turned their attention to the real reason they

said, her voice laced with disgust. "That man will never admit

her anger, a deep worry gnawed at her. Her mother was still trapped with him, and she had no idea what had driven Jedrick to take such a drastic step in the first

out of necessity rather

assumptions, something about Jedrick's motives didn't quite

fully grasping Eveline's point.

decided

likes her and wants you and your mother to accept

for a moment before she suddenly burst into laughter, leaving Eveline

change of heart?" she asked,

go to such lengths to trick Michelle into marriage if

Ella said, shaking her head, "what are your ideas on how to

helpless expression on her face.

frowned. "Did she call

admitted. "After that day when she abruptly ended the call, I haven't heard from her

capable of anything, but the uncertainty of what he might

quietly sipped their drinks. The silence between them was heavy,

phone rang. She glanced at the screen and instantly waved

it's Mom," Ella said, staring at the unknown number flashing on her

with her mother, she had been expecting

set everything aside, her full attention

curiosity and concern, she quickly

you?" Ella

filled the space, bringing both girls a moment of relief. But that relief was short-lived—there was

talking so