Chapter 82

Serena's heart skips a beat when she looks up and sees Matthew standing not far away in the corridor, holding a thermos. His brows are furrowed, and a chilling atmosphere surrounds him. She falls silent instantly, feeling inexplicably guilty and reluctant to speak. Emily, noticing Matthew's arrival, hurries to approach him. "Matthew, did you hear what she just said? She's only with you for some ulterior motive. She's after your money." "Grandma, there are plenty of wealthy people in Hustleburg. Why wouldn't she go after someone else's money?" Matthew responds, blocking Emily's words, and her face turns purple in frustration. "It's cold here. You should go back," Matthew adds, glancing at the swollen-faced maid beside him. "Take Grandma back." The maid lowers her head, avoids eye contact, and quickly assists Emily, who leaves with a sense of satisfaction. Serena, feeling a bit unlucky, wonders why her words always seem to coincide with Matthew's appearances. "Ma..Matthew" she stammers,