Chapter 249

Cecilia took Hailey's hand and said, "Mrs. Brooks Senior, Sergio's right... Let's not blame him." Upon hearing her words, Hailey took a deep breath and said, "We've all had a tiring day. Let's call it a night." She then glanced at Sergio and added, "Sergio, stay here." Sergio whispered to Maeve, "Wait for me upstairs. I'll be there soon." "Okay." Maeve nodded and headed upstairs. Meanwhile, Cecilia stood up and said, "Madam, you're injured. I'll bring you the first aid kit." With that, Cecilia quickly left to retrieve the first aid kit from a room downstairs. Maeve didn't say anything and just went upstairs. Moments later, Cecilia arrived with the first aid kit and looked at Maeve. She said, "It's all my fault that you got hurt, Madam..." Maeve stared at Cecilia for a while, making her feel uncomfortable. Cecilia hesitated and then asked, "Madam... Why are you looking at me like that?" Maeve chuckled and replied, "Using self-pity as a tactic can be effective if done righ