Chapter 171

Lyra tugged at Maeve's hand, appearing concerned about her returning to Brooks Manor. Maeve said, "I'll be heading back tomorrow night." "I'll be waiting for you at home." "Alright." As Maeve prepared to leave, Sheldon handed a piece of cake to her. "Taking your wonderful gift and blessings into account, the first slice of cake on my birthday naturally belongs to you." Maeve took the cake. "Thank you." Watching Maeve's departing figure, Sheldon opened the gift box and found a watch inside. A look of joy crossed his face as he carefully put it on his wrist. … Maeve followed Larry out of the Hackett Manor. Larry said, "Madam, why not reconcile with Mr. Brooks? Mr. Brooks has been deeply concerned about you these past few days." "He's concerned about me?" Maeve felt like she had just heard a joke. "He should be more concerned about Clara, who's currently rotting away in prison." Levi had already made arrangements with the prison staff. Even though Clara would only be locked up