Chapter 1780

Upon seeing Sheila’s sudden change of attitude, Marlinie and Bertha glanced at each other, then back at Sheila.

With a sycophantic smile on her face, Sheila encouraged them to come in. “Come in, come in. The sun is blazing outside; don’t just stand there.”

Marlinie nodded. “When is your father expected to be home?”

Sheila chuckled. “He’ll be back soon, very soon! Come in and sit down. I’ll make some tea for you. Just wait a bit; my father will be home any minute.”

Marlinie led Bertha and the young Lea into the Mendoza family’s cozy suburban home.

Guests naturally drifted towards the living room,

But Sheila blocked their path. Her face beamed as she said, “Ladies, our living room couch is currently out of commission. I’m afraid it can’t be used at the moment. Please follow me upstairs to the guest room. It’s much cooler up there.”

received such a kind invitation, Marlinie and Bertha could hardly refuse, so they followed

was on high

and Bertha into the attic room, the same room Ellinor

I’ll go and prepare some refreshments for you.” Sheila’s

in such a small, confined space, she merely thanked Sheila and didn’t comment further.

seem like a guest room. It’s small and cramped. Who would invite guests into

ill of others’ hospitality, dear. If they ask us

showing a clear dislike for both Sheila and their

herself intrigued by

like a room that had been lived in. It

were all covered in a layer

due to her maternal intuition, Marlinie speculated that this old, dark, and narrow room was

go through someone else’s belongings, but Marlinie was desperate to confirm her hunch. With that in mind, Marlinie approached

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