Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Chapter 146

Richard probably thought that Pearl could resolve the disaster given her wits, but he was wrong. The feelings, truth, and evidence all seemed to point to her guilt.

Surprisingly, the spacious residence was not equipped with a surveillance system.

“I don’t have evidence,” Pearl admitted.

Richard looked grave in response.

As the ambulance arrived and paramedics placed Susan on a stretcher, Richard briefly glanced at Pearl from the corner of his eye before lowering his gaze and departing.

Pearl didn’t offer much of an explanation, as she was left with feelings of despair and disappointment.

Smiling bitterly, she seemed to understand something. Perhaps Hugo had been right. The typically aloof and ruthless Richard would not easily show kindness to someone.

Furthermore, it was clear that Richard didn’t fully trust her. If that was the case, Pearl felt that there was no reason for her to stay any longer.

Heartbroken, Pearl was overwhelmed with pain. Staring at the chaotic house, she felt that she was always an

outsider.

seemed that everyone disliked her, she decided it

end, she left quietly.

hit Richard when he learned of Pearl’s departure while he was in the hospital.

his disappointment for concern that Susan might never wake up. So she quickly reassured him, saying, “Don’t worry too much, Rick. I’m sure your mother will be fine. You shouldn’t stay here all

Richard when she saw his stubble and dark

surgery. Hanzel and Mobius both have their careers and studies to focus on. If I don’t

sensibly.

here with me the whole night as well. You should get

made Abby smile. “I’m glad to keep watch here, Rick. Madam

in her time

you,” Richard

guilt and waved it off. “No need to mention it, Rick. We’ve been

you

me. You don’t have to say that.” She was indeed

her in the past. Most women would have left in tears after such