Bargaining Chips

Molly was about to speak when another text message arrived on her phone: "Only you can come, otherwise, I'll cut the rope right now and then!" The blatant threat was only possible because Fiona had her bargaining chips. Molly hesitated briefly before she soon regained her composure and explained, "I'm going out for a while, I'll be back soon. Madam Dahlia, please take good care of Bobo." It was the first time she told a lie. Without thinking twice, Madam Dahlia nodded and promised, “Okay, I'll keep an eye on everything at home. Miss Molly, please come home early and try not to be out too late." "Ok, understood.” With that, Molly left the house. Due to the late hour, it was challenging to hail a taxi, so she took Lucille's car. Before leaving, Molly turned to look at the Jules Residence one last time. Upon turning around, Madam Dahlia noticed Molly's lips slightly twitching as if she had spoken. It seemed like a silent goodbye. An indescribable odd feeling took hold of Madam Dahlia. The