The Woman From Hell
Chapter 2259

A lot of people were involved with Millicent Yard, which led to the name appearing in my mind constantly. I also began to wonder what she looked like. What kind of woman could shake the hearts of so many people?

After taking a shower, I sat in front of the vanity. I was applying lotion but then stopped halfway.

It was Theo's snapping fingers that sapped me out of it.

He looked down at me as he leaned against the table. "What's the matter? You've been lost in thought the moment you came back. Did things not go well?"

"They went well. Carlson agreed to Tyler and Susan's marriage." My voice was weak. Although it was a happy event, one would not be able to catch a trace of joy in my tone. Theo brushed the hair on the side of my face and asked in a low voice, "Then why are you unhappy?"

I looked up slightly, confusion showing in my eyes. "I met someone at the coffee shop after Tyler and Susan left."

The man pondered for a bit before mentioning a name, "Cole?"

I nodded. "Yes, he heard our conversation and told me that if Carlson still did not agree, I could use Millicent's name and that he would definitely agree then."

Having said that, I paused, recalling the scene back at the Schumans' residence. Carlson and Yvonne's shocked but helpless eyes when they heard the name were unforgettable.

"I was just trying it out. I didn't expect it to work."

Even now, my face was filled with disbelief.

I gulped. Letting out a breath, I then looked up at Theo. His eyes were also dark. "Theo, do you think I'm somehow connected to this Millicent since everyone around me seems to be involved with her too?" Theo patted my shoulder. He then held my hand, his lips curling slightly. "There must be some connection, but I don't know what kind of connection it is. I think Cole will give you the answer." Cole...

This man was a mystery. Not only was he so elusive, but even his information was as well.

Perhaps he was there when whatever transpired with Millicent Yard back then.

"Why did he come to me..."

What did I have to do with him?

I had too much confusion remaining in my heart and could hardly suppress the curiosity in my chest.

"I'll ask Cole directly when I meet him tomorrow," I said firmly. I must find out the truth.

Theo held my face and said in a gentle voice, Don't be too anxious. A watched pot never boils. Since Cole came to you, he has his own plans Perhaps when the time is right, you won't have to ask and he'll tell you the answer himself. If you go and ask him now, it may only be counterproductive."

His words seemed to have some magic power as they immediately calmed my impetuous heart.

Theo was right. If I asked Cole about it directly and he did not want me to know about it, he might think I was too reckless. He might not tell me the truth then. Things might@ven become worse. en FindNovel.net

Putting aside my previous impulse, I gradually regained my composure. "I understand, I won't be hasty anymore."

"That's better." He touched my head and then looked at the time. "It's getting late. Shouldn't you rest?"

I drooped my head, feeling a little frustrated. "I can't sleep."

"How can you not fall asleep with me here, Madam?" Theo picked me up and put me on the bed directly before covering me with the blanket. "Go to sleep."

"Okay."

The moment he said that, Theo then turned off the light and lay down next to me, taking me into his arms.

In his arms, I quickly fell asleep...