Chapter 797:

Once the bodyguard left, Allison gently rapped on the study door.

A robust voice from within greeted Allison before she had a chance to speak. “Come in. The bodyguard’s filled me in.”

“I mean no harm,” Allison responded in a hushed tone as she pushed the door open.

Inside, Mollie was seated at her desk. The only source of light came from a dim desk lamp, casting a soft glow and giving the room a moody ambiance. Mollie’s features were sharp and somewhat spectral under the light, and her eyes were steady as she watched Allison in silence.

“Please, have a seat, young lady.”

into the chair across from her, taking a

carried a wistfulness that spoke of deep-seated grief, as if she were miles away, lost in memories of a cherished past. It was clear

reviewed the details laid out before her, then lifted her eyes to meet

said outside

the philandering type.” Mollie held her gaze steady, a cool detachment radiating from her. Her daughter’s

with these tales, I’d advise you to think again and leave while you can.” Her voice was soft, but carried a razor-sharp edge. “You’re too young to

sliced through the air

deceit in mind. In silence, she

please take a look at this.” Mollie’s eyebrows

masked the item in Allison’s hand. With a quick twist of the lamp dial, the room brightened, revealing the deep green glint of

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