CHAPTER 168: COLD-HEARTED

George's recent actions weren't particularly discreet; with a bit of investigation, one could easily uncover them. Lauretta sat in her office, engrossed in her work, while Juliana held a tablet, scrolling through the news updates. She chuckled, then sighed involuntarily. The contrast was striking, prompting Lauretta to glance at him more than once. What was he looking at today? He had been here for almost two hours without even intending to report to her. The documents were neatly arranged on his desk, already dealt with. Yet, he seemed oblivious to the fact that they needed to be taken elsewhere. "What are you up to? I've nearly finished my work, and here you are, laughing and crying. You don't seem quite yourself," Lauretta inquired, eyes fixed on Juliana Hearing Lauretta's words, Juliana finally set down her tablet, approaching Lauretta with a joyful expression. "It's George and Katrina. You must see this. After the last banquet, Katrina was rushed to the hospital. It's been day