The Wrong Woman

Chapter 287

“They had video-called at least a dozen times during the past month. This led my grandparents to believe that I was the fake Sally Hoffis. Back then, Oliver definitely threatened my parents to cooperate with them in exchange for my safety.”

Mila remained close to Nathan’s side. Her voice was soft, and Nathan could smell her faint scent. His body grew unusually warm, and his

mind became unsettled.

He cleared his throat and murmured, “I’m aware. Hand me that bottle, will you?”

“Oh.” Mila grabbed the bottle from the bedside table and handed it to him.

Nathan cocked his head back and took a big gulp. He looked incredibly seductive.

Mila couldn’t help blinking as she watched his sexy Adam’s apple bobbed. Feeling a little thirsty, she pursed her lips.

The blanket on Nathan’s shoulders slid down again as he wiped his mouth. Mila looked away quickly. Her face was even redder than

before.

parents have death certificates but not cremation certificates. And there are no ashes in the grave either. They’re still alive, I suspect. So, she and I moved here to Hoffis Manor protect my grandparents and

tor

head toward him. He stared at her

“Remember what I told you? They could very well be Nightshade

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stern look on his face made Mila nod

risk if you

and find my parents,” Mila replied

solely on you and that person, Phoebe?”

bit her lip and said tenderly, “How about you give me a hand, Nate? You could

look and her soft words. “Wanda, I promised to take care of this matter. You can trust me fully. It’s very dangerous for you to move into Hoffis

“I know.”

your

shook her

his forehead and drew a deep breath. After a while, he sighed helplessly. “You haven’t changed a bit. Nobody can change you once you make up your mind.”

with both hands.