Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 1084

"Wait, you're having second thoughts about leaving?"

"I've gotten so used to life with the Minton family. If I leave, I don't know where I'd go, if I could find a job, or even where I'd live."

Polly spoke softly, "Ms. Sophie, you're right. The truth is, I never sought revenge because deep down, I'm selfish. If Odie were gone, I'd lose this stable life. I'm scared to face the future."

Once you've experienced the luxury of a plush bed, how can you settle for a dingy room?

Similarly, once you've seen the world, you don't want to be a frog in a well anymore.

Even if Odie kept Polly around just to use her, over the years, Polly had lived a life beyond the reach of ordinary people. Despite being a maid, she dined on gourmet meals, lived in a spacious studio, and was surrounded by high society's glitz and glamour.

At Polly's age, in Summerfield, with no parents, no home, no car, and lacking a solid education, leaving Odie would mean struggling to get by, living in a bare- bones apartment. From start to finish, Polly and Odie's relationship was mutually beneficial. There was no animosity in that.

"As long as you understand," Sophie said.

Polly realize what she truly wanted. Not everyone has the courage to face an uncertain future. Some people crave stability, and Polly was one of

make breakfast for Colby, Polly suddenly said, "Ms. Sophie, I haven't congratulated you on

"Thank you."

"But..."

Polly hesitated.

Sophie put down her kitchen utensils and asked, "Is there

"It's nothing... it's just..."

glanced at Sophie, who looked puzzled, and eventually decided not to say it: "Never mind, it's not important. Since you and Colby are together now, Colby must be someone you can trust with your life. I wish you happiness

turned and left

the Minton family for

probably wouldn't matter. After

Polly eventually decided to open the kitchen

to advise Sophie