Chapter 114: Unusual

"This is a matter between you sisters and your family. What's the use of telling me all this? He did try to scheme against me recently, but he's not stupid. After realizing he targeted the wrong person, he backed off quite a bit. Plus, didn't you give him a good scolding?" Curtis looked at Catherine with a half-smile, knowing she wasn't someone easily manipulated. He was certain today's incident wouldn't end here; after all, Catherine was quite cunning. Catherine knew her words alone wouldn't persuade Curtis to intervene. She didn't need him to actively help; his mere presence would ensure her plan's success. However, she needed him to agree to stay. If he refused, her plan would fail. "I can't do this alone," Catherine cautiously admitted. Curtis raised an eyebrow, looking at her. Catherine wanted him to help, but he couldn't see any substantial benefit for himself. However, he didn't mind his relationship with Catherine being exposed; it didn't matter. "It seems like you ne