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.”

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

already asleep. You must have misheard,” Romello replied, his face devoid of

I heard it. I really heard the sound of chains. If Mom’s the

at

hope we can beʼmore open with

have any secrets to hide. I’ll say this

you please unlock the door? I want to check on

Mom.”

it. “No, she’s

end, no matter what she

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Phoebe was speechless.

a lot to do. Go to sleep,” Romello softened his tone, coaxing her and taking the eyebrow

“Alright,” Phoebe relented.

Romello around, she knew sneaking up to the top floor to investigate was impossible. Hence, she would have to try another

walked past Romello, heading toward the

a

the back of Phoebe’s

through her, and her

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