Chapter 881

Under the moonlight, the man’s handsome face was incredibly grim, exuding a dreadful chill.

“R–Romello…”

Phoebe steadied herself, gripping the eyebrow trimmer tightly, mentally preparing to defend herself if needed.

you

Romello’s face remained cold as he repeated, “What are you doing here at his hour? Didn’t I tell y to follow the rules?”

“1–I couldn’t sleep. I heard a noise coming from here, so I came up to check. I was just about back when you showed up.”

She gulped anxiously, changing the subject.

“Romello, why are you here? It’s so late, and you’re still dressed in military uniform…”

Romello’s expression did not change. “I had a mission from the bureau that I just completed. Since your return banquet will be held here tomorrow, I decided to stay here tonight.”

“Oh, I see. Thank you,” Phoebe said meekly, lowering her gaze.

Romello remained impassive. “Go back to your room and rest.”

“Yes.”

unsettled. “Romello, does Mom really live on the top floor? I heard the sound of chains dragging on the floor earlier.

You must have misheard,” Romello replied, his

“I’m sure I heard it. I really heard the sound of chains. If Mom’s the only one living on the top floor,

coldly at her, refusing to respond.

part of the family from now on, and I hope we can beʼmore open

any secrets to hide. I’ll say this again. Go back to

budge. “I’m not sleepy. Romello, can you please unlock the door? I want to

Mom.”

even consider it. “No, she’s already asleep. You’ll only disturb

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Phoebe was speechless.

banquet, and you’ll have a lot to do. Go to sleep,” Romello softened his tone, coaxing her and taking the eyebrow trimmer from her hand.

“Alright,” Phoebe relented.

floor to investigate was impossible. Hence, she

heading

was a dull

on the back of Phoebe’s head.

her, and her consciousness faded instantly.

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