Chapter 1166

So, Bethany, Noah, and Ruth stayed in the ward together, none of them stepping outside. After a while, the shouting from outside died down a lot. Only then did Ruth ask, "Noah, why does your mom… hate you so much? And what did she mean by 'the court'?" Noah shot a quick glance at Bethany, then lowered his head. "I'll explain later." "Alright. She's probably gone by now. I'll go check it out." Ruth got up, looking unconcerned. She walked over and opened the door. However, the moment she stepped out, she spotted a fierce-looking woman pacing back and forth in the hallway. Ruth's first instinct was to step back and shut the door, but Winifred grabbed her. "What are you doing? Let me go!" Ruth struggled, panic rising. Winifred instantly realized Ruth's voice didn't match the one that had yelled at her over the phone the night before, so she quickly let go. Then, she peered into the ward. "You—" Ruth spun around, trying to stop her, but it was already too late. Winifred spotted Noa