Unveiled: The Survivor's Triumph

Chapter 6 How Could There Be a Woman in My House

I opened the door and searched the living room and bedroom for a while but couldn't find Scruffy.

Since bringing Scruffy home, I hadn't restricted its movements. It still had some stray cat habits, often disappearing for days. Today, it seemed I wouldn't be able to take it with me. Just then, I heard a strange noise from the study. I stared at the study door, feeling there was a secret I hadn't uncovered, possibly the reason Arthur dropped his facade.

Step by step, I approached the study. Opening the door felt like it took all my strength.

The study was dark and empty, with the curtains gently blowing. I turned on the light and walked in, finding a book on the floor in front of the bookshelf. It must have fallen just now.

Hearing a car downstairs, I looked out the window and saw Arthur's car. I quickly left the study.

The elevator light was on, meaning it had arrived. Not wanting to meet him, I hid in the dim hallway.

and I heard Arthur's footsteps. I

the door, and I heard his footsteps pause at

now by my leg. He must have realized I

I glanced at the door and heard sounds inside. My heartbeat quickened, and curiosity drew me closer. Pressing

stopped me from rushing in. I had just escaped death and couldn't fight anyone

her child really gone?" The woman's excited voice was the same as the one I

sounded familiar, but I

Arthur's voice was gentle, a tone

came uncontrollably. I felt so stupid and defeated. Even though I had found clues in the study, I still

I must be

not believed you? I just can't wait to be with you openly." The woman's coquettish voice made me

me, and the