Chapter 1780


    Chapter 1780 Upon seeing She’s sudden change of attitude, Marlinie and Bertha nced at each


    other, then back at She. With a sycophantic smile on her face, She encouraged them toe in.


    “Come in,e in. The sun is zing outside; don’t just stand there.” Marlinie nodded. “When is your


    father expected to be home?” She chuckled. “He’ll be back soon, very soon! Come in and sit down.


    I’ll make some tea for you. Just wait a bit; my father will be home any minute.” Marlinie led Bertha and


    the young Lea into the Mendoza family’s cozy suburban home. Guests naturally drifted towards the


    living room, But She blocked their path. Her face beamed as she said, “Ladies, our living room couch


    is currently out ofmission. I’m afraid it can’t be used at the moment. Please follow me upstairs to


    the guest room. It’s much cooler up there.” Having received such a kind invitation, Marlinie and Bertha


    could hardly refuse, so they followed She upstairs. Lea, trailing behind her mother and Marlinie, was


    on high alert; something seemed off. She ushered Marlinie and Bertha into the attic room, the same


    room Ellinor had once upied. “Ladies, please make yourselvesfortable here. I’ll go and prepare


    some refreshments for you.” She’s smile was both polite and amiable. Although Marlinie found it


    somewhat peculiar that they were being amodated in such a small, confined space, she merely


    thanked She and didn’tment further. Upon their hostess’ departure, Lea grumbled, “Mom, Ms.


    Marlinie, this doesn’t seem like a guest room. It’s small and cramped. Who would invite guests into


    such a ce?”Bertha patted her daughter’s head. “We shouldn’t speak ill of others’ hospitality, dear. If


    they ask us to wait here, we wait.” Lea pouted, showing a clear dislike for both She and their current


    location. However, Marlinie found herself intrigued by the room’s decor. It indeed did not resemble a


    guest room. It seemed more like a room that had been lived in. It seemed like a nanny or housekeeper


    had lived here. The room was filled with everyday items, which were all covered in ayer of dust,


    indicating a long period of neglect. Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All


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    Possibly due to her maternal intuition, Marlinie spected that this old, dark, and narrow room was


    probably where her daughter had lived while staying with the Mendozas. Generally, it was considered


    impolite to go through someone else’s belongings, but Marlinie was desperate to confirm her hunch.


    With that in mind, Marlinie approached the writing desk against the wall and pulled out a random


    notebook from the simple book rack. It was one of Ellinor’s old notebooks. She used it to document


    case studies for her college thesis. While gazing at the elegant handwriting, Marlinie felt a surge of


    bitterness in her heart. When she flipped to the first page, she saw Ellinor’s name and her ss. This


    must have been where her daughter stayed while living with the Mendozas. The ceiling was incredibly


    low, and one would have to stoop while on the bed to avoid hitting their head. The room was damp;


    even the bedding felt moist to the touch. Had Arnold really let Pearl live in such conditions? She


    entrusted her daughter to Arnold while also giving him a significant gesture of good faith. She had


    given him an antique gemstone ne from her collection as a token of gratitude. With that, he could


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