Chapter 270 Everything’s Too Late

Before Annie came out, Myles kept a stern gaze toward Sophie. Nevertheless, Sophie merely ignored him as if she did not notice him. Since Mrs. Jennings was there as well, he was not able to give Sophie a direct warning. When she followed Annie out and walked past him, he grabbed Sophie’s arm and squeezed it twice. He then released it when Yves’ keen gaze shifted over. “Can you deal with this on your own, Annie?” Mrs. Jennings stepped forward and grabbed Annie’s hand as she asked with some concern. Sophie had always been so headstrong. What if she hurt Annie? “Hugh is just outside the door. He’ll be keeping watch nearby.” Myles said coldly. It also served as a warning to Sophie. “That’s good then.” Mrs. Jennings let go of Annie’s hand when she heard this and heaved a sigh of relief. Annie also smiled lightly, and she raised her hand to pat the back of Mrs. Jennings’s hand. She said softly, “Don’t worry, Mrs. Jennings. I’ll be back soon.” Annie was not that worried. How could S