The timing of Mrs. Perez's illness seemed almost too convenient. Could she be faking it?

The thought struck Quincy, and he decided he needed to investigate further without raising suspicion.

Not long after he left, Mrs. Perez got up, unaware that her actions had aroused her son's suspicions. She was busy consulting with the doctor about her plan. "When you're with my son, make sure to play up the seriousness of my condition. Otherwise, he'll keep leaning toward that little troublemaker."

"Don't worry, we go way back. I won't let you down." The doctor thumped his chest in reassurance. "But actually, I could use a hand myself. My son's studying abroad, and we're a bit short on funds. Do you think you could lend a little? I'll pay you back after I get my bonus this year."

to spare. When Quincy had worked as an assistant, he had sent

friends a

would be home relaxing, fishing, playing cards, enjoying the good life! But he wasn't Mrs. Perez, and as an outsider, he chose not to get involved. Meanwhile, Lydia got up the next morning,

paid extra to upgrade to first class. As

determined to get back to work and stick to

swept into a whirlwind of activity with the group. The tour's schedule was

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