Chapter 1775

Ellinor studied Bertha for a long moment before saying, “If what you’re telling me is true, then I’ve misunderstood you.”

Bertha responded with a bitter smile. “Ellinor, I understand your skepticism towards me. But I just wanted to warn you. Sophia is manipulative. She’ll do anything to keep Marcus by her side, and Thaddeus will fall for her pitiful act. You must be careful.”

Ellinor seemed somewhat convinced by Bertha’s sincerity. She nodded. “Thanks for the warning. I’ll be careful. Is there anything else, ma’am? If not, I should return to my office. I have work to do.”

As she spoke, Ellinor glanced at her wristwatch.

Bertha, aware that Ellinor was eager to leave, scanned the room one more time.

Marlinie was still nowhere to be seen.

She sighed. “Alright then, Ellinor. If you have things to do, go ahead. When you’re free, I’ll introduce you to that old friend.”

squinted. She was intrigued, but not overly interested.

as she politely nodded at

goodbye reluctantly.

a casual wave before pushing the shop door open

Building, Lea grimaced. “Ah… Mom, we finally managed to meet with Ellinor, but

go, honey. Let’s check the restroom for

mother-daughter duo headed to the restroom.

restroom was empty, apart from a few closed stalls.

out, “Come on out! She’s already

looking at the stalls.

stall

emerged, looking distraught. Her eyes were red and glistening with

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