Chapter 1679

"Ma'am." Hesper nodded but maintained a stoic expression. Frankie may be highly attuned to emotions, but having encountered a brilliant but erratic genius like Nathaniel in the past, she had learned to control her own emotions. He wouldn't be able to read her mind. This was why Rickard had never disclosed to anyone that he was a mole; it was too easy to detect. "I'm going to see the old man. You stay here. I'm worried he might not want to speak if you come along." Hesper was straightforward about her intentions because the old man had been acting strangely for the past two days. Frankie nodded and positioned himself at the door, allowing Hesper to enter alone. The man inside stared at the door nervously. Hesper walked over and remarked, "It's been a while. I wonder if I'll finally learn your name today." The man maintained his gaze on her but didn't respond to her question. Instead, he offered praise. "You didn't let me down. You're a capable woman for taking down the Andersons in