Chapter 422 Speaking Frankly

• “No, not at all!” Eloise exclaimed in a flurry of panic as she rapidly explained, “Everyone here can attest to it!”
• She gestured expansively around her. “I didn't do anything; it was his own decision to come down! He mentioned wanting to see you, so I just made the call. I'm as clueless about this as you are.”
• Wilfred stared at her, his gaze unwavering as he absorbed her seemingly innocent expression. He remained silent, holding his breath momentarily as he stood, his expression icy as he began to stride toward the stairs.