Chapter 145
Frightened by Pearl’s intense glare, Abby hid behind Richard. “I’m sorry, I didn’t do it on purpose. Please don’t push me..” She acted as if she were still gripped by fear from witnessing Pearl supposedly push Susan
down the stairs.
“You indirectly caused Madam to fall down the stairs, didn’t you? You pushed me from behind, causing me to release my grip on Madam. Stop pretending “Pearl accused.
Tearfully, Abby defended herself, “Pearl, Madam raised me. Even if I got hurt, I would never harm her. Plus, you had a conflict with Madam. I would never be the one to harm her!”
Richard couldn’t help but feel uncertain due to Abby’s convincing act, although he didn’t fully believe her. Analyzing the situation, he grappled with mixed emotions, aggravated by Pearl’s distant attitude.
“Don’t tell me you doubt me too, Richard?” Pearl was infuriated by Richard’s questioning gaze.
“Rick hasn’t said anything yet, so why are you so agitated, Pearl? Are you feeling guilty?” Abby prodded, attempting to to make the situation worse and sow discord between them.
“It’s not that I’m doubting you, Pearl,” Richard replied solemnly after a pause. “But my mom is lying here,
and I don’t know who I should believe.”
His words left Pearl feeling wounded. She hadn’t expected Richard to begin doubting her integrity today, especially after expressing his desire to marry her just the day before.
“Okay, I did accidentally cause this since you don’t believe me,” Pearl admitted, leaving Richard feeling
helpless.
“That’s not what I meant, Pearl,” Richard clarified, but it seemed Pearl had misunderstood him. “You know I
didn’t mean it like that.”
Pearl took a deep breath and said, “Then please explain what you meant. You’re standing here, looking at me with doubt. Do you think I haven’t noticed?”
Richard averted his gaze.
“So, you should be more cautious when making promises, Richard,” Pearl said, closing her eyes as she chuckled bitterly. “It’s quite funny.” Her laughter was tinged with sadness. “I’m leaving, okay?”
Abby rejoiced in their conflict, but she didn’t think it was enough. Thus, she added, “Don’t leave in a hurry. This could be a criminal offense, and you might face legal consequences.”
Richard clenched his fists, his expression cold. “Enough, Abby.”
“Why? How can you be so biased toward her when she’s harmed Madam? Your mother is the one lying here, isn’t she?” Abby couldn’t understand why Richard was still concerned about Pearl and seemed indecisive when his mother was in such a critical condition.
“I’ll handle it. Just stay out of it.”
“Rick, you should let her prove her innocence. I’m willing to apologize to her if she can prove she’s innocent. If not, I’ll never forgive her for doing this to Madam.” Abby’s forceful tone almost made Pearl believe her
nonsense.
Chapter 145
“Pearl.” Richard turned to Pearl with a pleading look.
Pearl understood that he wanted her to provide some evidence to prove her innocence.
