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 moment to absorb

grief, as if she were miles away, lost in memories of a cherished past. It was clear that Mollie was

out before her,

what I said outside the door earlier

were spinning tales. Given my husband’s health, he’s hardly the philandering type.” Mollie held her gaze steady, a cool detachment

you can scare me into silence with these tales, I’d advise you to think again and leave while you can.” Her voice

the air with

hadn’t come here with deceit in mind. In silence,

I go, please take a look at this.”

quick twist of the lamp dial, the room

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