Chapter 237

Seeing the photo, Alice went blank. Her hand trembled as she zoomed in. Even though it was just a profile, she couldn’t be mistaken. It was Chloe’s father–the driver who’d supposedly died with her parents. But he was alive?

A chill ran down her spine; a vast conspiracy felt like it was closing in. Her mind raced. If Chloe’s father was alive, who was the driver who died? Why had he faked his death and remained hidden? There was a hidden truth.

Alice asked, “Ms. Alice, what’s wrong? Is there

Is there something about this person? “Nothing.” Alice said, quickly composing herself.“What did he and Chloe discuss?”

“Just a few minutes, then they left hurriedly and cautiously. If they hadn’t been worried about being seen, we might have overheard their conversation.”

“Keep an eye on Chloe, but be discreet. Investigate this man. See what you can find.”

After Alice left, Alice studied the photo again and again. Why was the driver alive? The car accident wasn’t as simple as it seemed; there was a hidden truth. She couldn’t remember the details of the accident; if she could, she would know the truth.

Alice pulled the blanket over her head, shivering. Chloe meeting her father meant she knew something. Chloe had lived a comfortable life in the Windham family for years; Mom and Dad wouldn’t be happy.

A cold fury filled Alice; she needed to find out the truth and avenge her parents. She would probe Ethan to see if he knew the truth and had kept it from her.

Alice rested, having little appetite for lunch. Jack called.“Heard you didn’t eat much. Feeling

down?”

her up. It’s ironic; the Windhams are inherently selfish.” While Chloe deserved it, the blame fell solely on her, making

from his office, said patiently, “Don’t be

“I know.”

the garden. I’ll have a

be discharged soon. A computer is

mind raced. She’d thought the accident was just bad luck. But there was

to it.

afternoon. Seeing Alice’s relatively calm demeanor, he relaxed. “You sounded down on the phone.”

be manipulated by the Windhams.” She tiptoed closer.“Did quickly because you’re worried about me?”

you come back

face.“Yes. I never want to see you cry like that again.” He remembered her tearful live stream; even though she was

against his hand. “Have I ever cried that much before?” She didn’t remember. doing so.

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accident. When he rescued her, she’d sobbed uncontrollably, even biting him when he wouldn’t let her near the burning car. But she’d forgotten. His palm felt

Alice straightened, clearing her throat.

admitted, taking her hand, his

down at their intertwined fingers.“What are we now?”

ear. After you’re discharged, I’ll

“Where?”

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