Chapter 548

The man dressed in black wore a stern expression, hinting at his readiness to take drastic action if Esther declined to cooperate. Esther gathered her courage, took a deep breath, and said, "I'll go with you." Concerned for Esther's safety, Kevin offered to escort her protectively. "Esther, I'll come with you." Chadwick's past actions had left Esther deeply afraid. She knew that if Bradley hadn't arrived in time, she might not have escaped Chadwick's grasp. Morally and ethically, she couldn't just stand by. Chadwick was accustomed to luxury, so had an RV. His unsettling gaze sent shivers down her spine, and she felt an overwhelming urge to escape. "Please, Ms. Quill, take a seat." Esther stood hesitating at the vehicle's entrance, unsure about boarding. Chadwick poured a cup of tea and slid it across the table to her. "Ms. Quill, this tea isn't spiked." He poured himself a cup as well. Esther continued to hesitate outside the vehicle while Chadwick glanced at Kevin, who stood