Chapter 686

Mia turned to Caleb and remarked, “So, this is why Mr. Barrett was seeking reishi mushrooms?

“But as far as I know, reishi mushrooms aren’t capable of treating incurable diseases; they’re primarily used to prevent muscle atrophy and stimulate neurons.

“Typically, only those with full–body paralysis or in a vegetative state would require reishi mushrooms.”

“Yes, Tim’s grandmother has entered a vegetative state, so she needs reishi mushrooms.”

Timothy’s grandmother?

Laura?

Mia’s brow furrowed as she recalled the details from her investigation, realizing that it was Laura who had orchestrated her marriage into the Barrett family as a commoner.

Although it initially seemed like Mia had a stroke of luck, marrying someone on their deathbed left her pondering whether it was ultimately a blessing or a curse.

However, this situation also presented an opportunity.

Barrett needed the reishi mushrooms for a sick family member. I had assumed he

the heir of the esteemed Barrett family in Bern City. Money is hardly an issue for him. He truly is obtaining these mushrooms for his grandmother. So, may I kindly request that you

to negotiation, but I must personally verify whether or not you’re trying to deceive me. Coincidentally, I

taken aback

at them, her expression tinged with a hint of awkwardness. “What’s wrong? Can’t I

us the reishi mushrooms, we’re open to any conditions. I’ll

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raised her hand. “None at

Ginger, waiting until Caleb stepped away to make the ticket reservation call. She then leaned down and whispered to Ginger, “Do you

Mommy. If I stay behind, how will your plan work? Besides, I’m quite good at pretending to be sick, so

then we’ll

that had caused her so

hour later, Mia discreetly escorted Ginger to the

remained oblivious

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