Chapter 16

The next morning, Nicole woke up and called Audrey. When the latter answered, her voice was filled with concern. "Nicole, are you okay? Don't worry about all the stuff online. Once the truth comes out, the situation will be cleared up." Nicole paused before responding, "Dr. Lawson, I read all the documents you sent me. Thank you." "I wouldn't have gone through all that trouble if I didn't believe you'd never do something like this," she teased. "I owe you a meal." "I'll be holding you to that." After hanging up, Nicole reviewed the files, and her eyes gradually darkened. She rose to her feet and headed downstairs. Heidi hadn't woken up yet, as it was still early. Nicole recalled their conversations from the night before on how she hadn't been feeling well lately and had little appetite. She knew that the Boyd family's cooks prioritized taste and variety above nutrition, which didn't benefit her mother's health in the long run. Fortunately, after three years of caring for Jacob,