The Wrong Woman
Chapter 228

chapter 228

Nathan walked up to Suzanne, gently taking her hand. "Move out with me, okay?"

Suzanne nodded repeatedly. Yes, of course she would. This house and the family members... She couldn't help but feel frightened at the thought of who might be the spy.

"Go upstairs and pack your things," Nathan said softly.

"Okay," Suzanne replied before rushing upstairs.

Everyone sat in the living room with grim expressions, while the air was heavy with tension.

Nathan picked up Suzzane's suitcase. After bidding farewell to everyone, they left the Morrison Residence.

Once they were in the car, Suzanne asked curiously, "Where are we going?"

Nathan leaned back in his seat, his gaze tender as he looked at her startled face. He asked cautiously, "Sudvilla. Is that alright?"

Sudvilla?

There had always been a knot in Suzanne's heart regarding that place. After all, it was the home Nathan had custom-built for Sally, tailored. her tastes in both decoration and style.

now, the circumstances didn't allow for her to be sentimental.

ne didn't want to return to Morrison Residence, and she couldn't possibly ask Nathan to set up a new home if she refused to stay in Sudvilla, too. "It's alright. I have no problem with that," Suzanne answered with a

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faint smile.

Nathan's eyes softened, and he couldn't help but reach out and tousle

her hair.

Suzanne felt a hint of intimacy in his gesture, blushing slightly. Then, she added, "But, can you also have the search team check Sudvilla?" Nathan paused.

Suzanne hurriedly explained, "Even though Layla used to like you and dislikes me now, I don't think she's that twisted."

Nathan furrowed his brows. "Who told you that Layla liked me?"

"Wendy."

Nathan smiled helplessly. "And you believed her?"

"I've noticed it myself. She does like you, which is why she's so hostile toward me," Suzanne said convincingly.

Nathan pursed his lips and fell silent. He sat still while deep in thought, his profound dark eyes gazing out the window.

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Suzanne stole a glance at him and noticed he once again wore a stern and intimidating expression, approach him.

king it difficult for anyone to

Taking a deep breath, she leaned closer to him, pressing her body. agit his arm and tilting her head to peer up at his face. "Even

Sally was so infatuated with you, didn't you ever suspect her?"

Nathan felt her soft chest pressed against him, his body tensed ntly. He looked down, eyes fixed on her chest.

His heartbeat inexplicably quickened, his Adam's apple bobbed, and his warm eyes flickered.

With a tender smile tugged at his lips, he responded hoarsely,

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Everyone is under suspicion. We will continue to investigate."

"Should we search Sudvilla too?"

"Of course."

"Okay." Suzanne revealed a satisfied and relieved smile.

As she slowly moved away, Nathan felt empty in his heart and a hint of reluctance. He murmured, "Chubs."

Suzanne was a bit puzzled. "Why are you calling me Chubs now?"

"It sounds more intimate. It'll help to strengthen our bond."

Suzanne blushed, shyly lowering her head and nodding. "Oh."

Nathan looked at her delicate and fair face, unable to resist the urge to pinch her cheek. However, he restrained himself and softly. explained, "Chubs, there's nothing between Layla and I. Don't let your imagination run wild."

Looking at his nervous expression and earnest explanation, Suzanne thought that he cared about her. On second thought, it felt real.

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