Trapped in Love By Kitty Song

Chapter 33 Sinking Without a Trace

Caroline’s expression twisted with disdain. “If that’s the case, then you better make sure to discipline her properly from now on. Tell her to stop finding fault with me all the time!”

With those words, Caroline forcefully stormed out of the room, leaving Evan standing alone in his

office, his brows furrowed in thought.

After a moment, he retrieved his phone and dialed Reuben’s number. “How’s the investigation

progressing?”

Reuben’s voice came through the line. “Mr. Jordan, the deputy dean has passed away, so we couldn’t confirm anything. However, we did find the teacher who taught Ms. Love that year.”

He continued, “She explained that Ms. Love was bullied during that time, which caused her to suffer from some sort of trauma. But the orphanage covered it up.”

A dark cloud crossed Evan’s face.

“There’s another matter,” Reuben added.

“Go on,” Evan urged

“The dean informed me that the girl with the red mole on her earlobe went by the name Lyra. It’s possible that Ms. Love changed her name after being adopted.”

Deep lines etched across Evan’s forehead. “Did you manage to contact her adoptive parents?”

Reuben replied, “I had someone reach out to them, but by the time our contact went to their address, they had already moved without leaving any traces behind.”

“Keep investigating.” Evan commanded firmly.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

Suddenly, a knock interrupted their conversation. “Mr. Jordan! Please come to the fashion design. department immediately. Ms. Love has collapsed.”

When it was time to leave work, Caroline realized she was the last one remaining in the office. To

was not waiting for her at the company

relief, she made her way toward the road, intending to hail

the hospital. However, after waiting for

a Lamborghini stopping in

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down, revealing a gentle and vaguely familiar face.

to recall where she had seen

face as he spoke tenderly, “Where are you

a ride.”

a taxi,” Caroline tactfully

persisted, “It might take you at least an hour to find a taxi during this rush hour. Let

you the trouble.”

was struck speechless.

and got into the car, wanting to reach the hospital

seatbelt, Neil turned to her with a smile, “Where

Hospital. Thank you,

I still owe you a sincere apology

other day.”

your fault. You don’t

you sick? Why are you going to the hospital?”

shook her head. “No, my mother

Neil’s eyes. “I’m sorry to hear that,”

sincerely.

with a casual smile before falling into silence. Meanwhile, Neil

by the uncanny resemblance she bore to his

a similar blend of stubbornness and tenderness, particularly their captivating eyes that held an ancient charm. They could easily

attempted to break the tension with a gentle tone. “Ms. Shenton, you remind me

speechless, her mind swirling with thoughts. ‘Is this some kind of modern–day tactic people use to flirt with others?‘

with a hint of wariness, she adopted a more assertive tone. “Mr. Xander, what exactly

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