Chapter 145: Pleading for Mercy

Mace White chuckled confidently. “Don’t worry, I’ve got this covered!” After hanging up, Maria called back the unknown number from earlier. “Hello?” As soon as the call connected, she heard a familiar voice. “Maria? Is that you, Maria? Senior Maria!” It was Catherine, and her voice was shaky and tearful, immediately causing Maria to frown. “It’s all my fault, I’m so sorry, Maria! I know what my agent did to you is because of me. I know I’m in no position to ask this, but please, forgive me! Don’t be too harsh!” Maria squinted, looking out the window at the bright sunlight, which felt unusually blinding today. But she had no intention of showing mercy. “This doesn’t seem like it has anything to do with me,” Maria responded coldly. “Are you trying to get me to back down? Sorry, I’ve already reported everything to the law. Deal with it yourself!” “No, no, please, Maria!” Catherine cried desperately. “I know you must hate me, but please believe me just this once! I swea