Chapter 572

Why did Timothy want to disturb Mia’s mental state at such a critical moment?

Shortly afterward, Mia thought she heard the doorbell ring.

She snapped awake, unable to shake the thought that Timothy might have arrived.

Nonetheless, Mia pondered it carefully, convincing herself that she must have misheard. After all, there was no reason for Timothy to come up and find her.

Despite this, the knocking persisted.

Mia quickly opened her bedroom door, only to find Patricia heading toward the entrance. “Who’s knocking at this late hour?”

“Aunt Patricia-” Mia wanted to intervene, but it appeared to be too late.

As the door opened, Mia noticed Timothy standing outside.

He wore casual gray attire, a far cry from the serious and austere look he had in a suit during the day. This time, he emanated a more laid–back vibe.

slightly awkward but polite expression, taken aback by Timothy’s unexpected

of Timothy. “Mia,

stated, “Grandma requested me to bring her

I see. Well, please

him as Mia’s ex–husband. However, she hadn’t expected

discomfort, Mia intervened, “You should go to bed first. He’s just here to drop something

fetch Mr. Barrett a

somewhat bewildered. Nonetheless, she

her room.

two of them were left in the living room.

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bag, Mia’s voice turned cold as

on the coffee

calmly took a seat on the sofa. He briefly scanned the

modest size with just

can’t believe your brothers let you

and she replied bluntly, “Mr. Barrett, you’re already here. Spare

bullshit.”

his head, Timothy countered, “Must you

be honest, you were the one who started it! My brothers have offered me lavish

prefer staying

onto a non–materialistic outlook. I remain the

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