Edmund was about to follow Lucas out, but Beatrice grabbed his arm to stop him. “Stay here with us, Edmund.”

“Umm, I don’t think…” said Edmund awkwardly.

At that moment, all Lucas could think about was Corinne’s condition, so he did not realize Edmund did not follow him out.

As soon as Lucas was out of earshot, Beatrice asked, “Edmund, tell me the truth now! How did Lucas injure his foot? Is it serious?”

Edmund did not want to worry Beatrice by leaving her there, even though the room they were in was not a real morgue but a room the hospital set up to look like one. It had been left unused for many years, so it was quite dank and dark. It was not the best place to leave two elderly people with frail health.

serious. He only needs some rest, and he’ll be good as new. Besides, he’s not the type to

asking you how

“Uh…”

him if he told Beatrice the truth. Still, it was not

bad energy, and I’m worried you and Mister Cedric will fall sick if the two

You tell me this instant what happened to Lucas’ foot! We’re not going to leave this place until you do!”Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay

decided to tell her the truth. “Okay, Ma’am. I’ll tell you what happened. Miss Rosie orchestrated another hit-and-run on Corinne before this. Three days ago, when Mister Lucas

he himself got hurt in the process. He forbade me to tell you what happened because he was worried you’d blame Miss Corinne. So I’d appreciate it if the two of you pretend you never

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