Chapter 12: She Needs to Behave

Damon’s words made Elin shut her mouth entirely, showing an obedient demeanor. His cold, indifferent eyes were just like they were in her previous life. Had their relationship already hit rock bottom? So quickly. Evelyn laughed at herself, clutching the coat around her, but then took it off and placed it on the sofa. "Actually... I don't care about this. I just... wanted to thank you." She turned and went upstairs to her bedroom. She was utterly exhausted. With various pieces of information jumbled together, she needed to sort everything out and then ask Brain for clarification. Damon and Elin were trivial matters to her now. Today’s incident had sounded a warning bell for her. If Old Tom could make a move against her, then anyone could. She needed to gain strength. The title of Mrs. Hilton was not a chain binding her; she needed to have the power to protect herself. The next morning, while she was putting on makeup, she heard the sound of a plate shattering downstairs. Withou