Chapter 57

　　I couldn't believe my ears.I stared blankly at Pearl. "What?" Pearl nodded and said, "We need your help."She pointed to the plate of pasta on the table and said, "You can have lunch first. We'll talk more about it later."My mind went blank. What did they need me to do? I mechanically picked up my fork and spoon and finished the lunch.Putting down the tableware in my hand, I looked at Pearl sitting beside me and said, "What can I do for you?"Pearl said in a serious face, "Lydia has only said one word since she was caught. She wants to see you. She said that only after seeing you did she cooperate with us to tell us what she knew.'""Lydia asked to see me? Why?" I was surprised."That's right. Although we don't understand the reason, she does request to meet you alone."Pearl paused and said, "You can think about it first and give me your answer when you have decided."With that, she took the cutlery and went downstairs.After Pearl went out, I went back to bed and lay down, my mind full of