Celeste was fuming.

Rhea chose to speak at the right moment. “Please try to remain calm.”

She then voiced her concern. “Is Marcus’ arm injured?”

“You saw his wound? It hasn’t healed yet?” Celeste questioned, already aware of Marcus’ injury from when he was recovering at home.

“It appears to be unhealed. Could it be serious?” Rhea queried, genuine worry in her voice.

A shadow of concern crossed Celeste’s face.

usually so robust. How could he sustain an injury? I have this nagging feeling…” Rhea’s voice

feel?” Celeste

signs. This injury could merely be

furrowed, her underlying dislike for Millie was

Spirit Temple this afternoon. We’ll consult a spiritual master. Marcus is my only son, and if Millie brings any misfortune

Preagend, a place Celeste regularly supported with generous donations. The temple’s master, renowned as a skilled

approached, greeting

master with Marcus’ and Millie’s identification information, a knowing smile playing on

you a lesson. Mrs. Thomas has but one

had anticipated, Celeste emerged half an hour later, her

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