Chapter 95: Are You Messing with Me?

Linda's mother didn't just take care of me; she also took care of Alan since we lived together. I couldn't help but wonder if I was being too suspicious, but something about Linda felt off. Unable to make sense of it, I put my doubts aside and said to Linda on the other end of the line, "Is that so? What a coincidence. But I found out about Bonnie being dismissed from my husband." "I think he was just worried that your mother might come to ask me for leniency because of what your father did." With that, I effectively blocked any attempt Linda might make to plead on her father’s behalf. It wasn’t that I was unwilling to help, but rather, I saw this as a crucial moment for Alan and Linda's relationship to blossom. A scenario where Alan comes to Linda’s rescue could speed up their union, which would, in turn, hasten my escape from this marriage. Linda was silent for a few seconds before she spoke again, her voice strained, "I see. I really apologize for my father's impulsiveness. I'm