Chapter 1908

"I can't keep up; your stamina is impressive," Helen said, exhausted after a morning of shopping with Germaine. "Let's take a break here. I'll just step into the bathroom for a moment." After leaving the café, Helen walked toward the restroom, but as she went a short distance, an uneasy feeling washed over her. She couldn't shake the sense that someone was following her. With this in mind, she slowed her pace. As she passed a children's clothing store, she paused to "clean her shoes", using the mirror to subtly scan her surroundings. Sure enough, she noticed two men in suits and sunglasses following her. Unbothered, she stood up and resumed walking, making her way toward the escalator. The men followed closely, showing no signs of leaving. After weighing her options, Helen decided to take the escalator up to the sixth floor. Once there, she bought a random movie ticket and entered the theater. Realizing her plan, the two men quickened their pace to follow but were stopped at the