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.

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

the sight of

entrance, Timothy politely stated, “Grandma

see. Well, please come

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

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

Barrett a

Timothy, Patricia also felt somewhat

her room.

the two of them were left in the living

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Timothy holding a paper bag, Mia’s voice turned cold as she said. “You can just

the coffee table.”

on the sofa. He briefly scanned the

its modest size with just two bedrooms.

his brows, Timothy commented, “I can’t believe your brothers let you live

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

bullshit.”

Timothy countered, “Must

it! My

prefer staying

hold onto a non–materialistic outlook. I remain the

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