-Maria became nervous when Rhea said they were about to leave. “You’re leaving so soon? I haven’t even had a chance to talk to you much. Oh, I had someone prepare the kale soup for you and…”

Before she could finish, Rhea impatiently interjected, “I already told you there’s no need for such things. I don’t have time to have soup. I have important matters to tend to. Don’t you understand?!”

Her voice almost turned into a roar due to her frustration. Maria was shocked and stood there, not knowing what to say.

Mike observed the situation and said, “Indeed, we have important things to do. You can save the kale soup for later.”

His words seemed to ease Maria as her expression softened, and she repeated, “Yes, yes, you can have it later. I’ll save it for you, and you can have it when you return!”

Rhea was somewhat surprised that Mike helped defuse the situation. She glanced at him briefly but showed no gratitude. Instead, she waved and said, “All right, we’re leaving. Take care of him. If anything seems off, you must inform me immediately, understand?”

Maria nodded repeatedly. “I understand, I understand. I’ll take care of everything you’ve entrusted me with!”

After a momentary pause, she seemed to recall something and asked, “Are you sure we shouldn’t tell your father about this?”

“He can be too lenient at times, and there are certain things

say something else but swallowed her words and changed her mind after seeing her daughter’s expression. “All right!

former said nothing else and glanced at Mike. He shrugged,

Rhea coldly

calm and got into the

not initiate any conversation throughout the journey. Instead, he casually gazed out the window to observe the scenery and reflect on everything that

to bring Cameron here. It’s likely connected to the experiments, but what role can

drove in silence the whole way. Finally, she stopped upon arriving at the research facility and turned to him, saying, “I’ve revealed things

the things I

was not in the mood for banter. She glared at him and said,

expression. He said, “Well, since you’ve threatened

did not trust him entirely. She stared at him intently, seemingly contemplating

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