Chapter 2176

When Troy found Mavis, he overheard her phone conversation and quietly stopped, not wanting to interrupt. Unaware of his presence, Mavis rubbed her forehead in frustration. "How am I not being good to him? Of course, I care about him, but his coming here will only cause me more problems. The media in Froania is watching me closely. If we're seen together, it'll cause another scandal." The stairwell was so quiet that Troy heard every word, and his eyes widened in disbelief. A man who could cause gossip and scandal? And Mavis admitted to caring about him? Had she really been unfaithful? It made sense why she denied liking Evan—there was already someone else. Realizing this, Troy slipped away and returned to the ward, worried for Nathaniel. Mavis did not notice anything; her focus was on the call. "Mom, please don't worry about my situation. I'll figure it out. The Nicholls are one of the most influential families in Froania. Dad's old tactics won't work on them. I'll