Trapped in Love

Chapter 33

Chapter 33 Sinking Without a Trace

Caroline’s expression twisted with disdain. “If that’s the case, then you better make sure to discipline her properly from now on. Tell her to stop finding fault with me all the time!”

With those words, Caroline forcefully stormed out of the room, leaving Evan standing alone in his

office, his brows furrowed in thought.

After a moment, he retrieved his phone and dialed Reuben’s number. “How’s the investigation

progressing?”

Reuben’s voice came through the line. “Mr. Jordan, the deputy dean has passed away, so we couldn’t confirm anything. However, we did find the teacher who taught Ms. Love that year.”

He continued, “She explained that Ms. Love was bullied during that time, which caused her to suffer from some sort of trauma. But the orphanage covered it up.”

A dark cloud crossed Evan’s face.

“There’s another matter,” Reuben added.

“Go on,” Evan urged

“The dean informed me that the girl with the red mole on her earlobe went by the name Lyra. It’s possible that Ms. Love changed her name after being adopted.”

Deep lines etched across Evan’s forehead. “Did you manage to contact her adoptive parents?”

Reuben replied, “I had someone reach out to them, but by the time our contact went to their address, they had already moved without leaving any traces behind.”

“Keep investigating.” Evan commanded firmly.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

Suddenly, a knock interrupted their conversation. “Mr. Jordan! Please come to the fashion design. department immediately. Ms. Love has collapsed.”

realized she was the last one remaining in the

Reuben was not waiting for her at the

a sense of relief, she made her way toward the road, intending to hail a

at the hospital. However, after waiting for

stopping in front

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revealing a gentle and vaguely familiar

trying to recall where she had seen that face before. After a brief moment, she asked,

as he spoke tenderly, “Where are you headed? Allow me to give

a ride.”

I can find a

might take you at least an hour to find

you the trouble.”

was struck

offer and got into the car, wanting to reach the hospital sooner.

turned to her with a smile,

Hospital. Thank you, Mr. Xander.”

I still owe you a sincere apology for

other day.”

settled between them. “That wasn’t your fault. You don’t have to apologize

her. “Are you sick? Why are you going to the hospital?”

her head. “No, my mother is hospitalized.*

eyes. “I’m sorry to hear that,” he offered.

sincerely.

before falling into

by the uncanny resemblance she

similar blend of stubbornness and tenderness, particularly their captivating

a gentle tone.

swirling with thoughts. ‘Is this some kind of modern–day tactic people use to flirt with

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