Chapter 148

Silvia shook her head. “I picked up the diamond wristlet right after work. Then, I came here straight away. Mr. Remus might be working overtime.” When Abalene heard this, disappointment filled her eyes. She initially thought that Neil’s accident would bring them together. They had been living in the same house after all. But it looked like things were still the same as before. “He’s working overtime even on my birthday. You need to give him an earful when he gets here later!” Silvia smiled and played along. “Sure!” When Ada saw how nicely Silvia was being treated, she felt jealous and angry. Abalene always regarded her with extreme indifference. Abalene had basically raised Neil, so he would only listen to her. Otherwise, Ada would not try her best to please this old witch! “Ada… Ada… why did you become quiet all of a sudden?” Melanie’s voice snapped Ada out of her daze, and she immediately looked at her. “I’m sorry, Aunt Melanie. I got a little distracted just now. Maybe I’ve