Chapter 218 In Another Lifetime

• "Mm," Meredith's nonchalant response and affectionate petting of Tiramisu, the Teacup Pig, belied any sense of fear or apprehension. What's the point of being afraid? I never intended to offend the Wellington family. If anything, they provoked me first.
• Witnessing Meredith's composed demeanor, Toefl found himself increasingly drawn to her. He couldn't help but lick his lips nervously before posing a question. "Aren't you afraid? That's the Wellington family we're talking about, one of the four influential families."
• Meredith glanced up at him. Instead of answering, she asked, "Why are you still here? Do you aspire to be nothing more than a mere gatekeeper?"