She had lived too long to be fooled.
In her past life, she had confronted them with the same question, and their answers had been completely different.
Back then, they had claimed it was related to some confidential research they were conducting.
They had begged for forgiveness, saying their mistake had caused Ivy years of suffering.
'Why are there so many inconsistencies…? What exactly are you hiding from me?' Ivy's mind tightened around the thought like a fist closing around a knife.
Silas stepped forward, eyes burning with resolve.
"Should we continue investigating?" he asked. His stare toward Helena and Victor was sharp, as if he was ready, more than ready, to dig into his in-laws' secrets if Ivy only nodded.
Helena and Victor held their breaths, their shoulders stiff with dread.
Ivy's fingers curled slightly before she released a long breath.
She shook her head gently.
"I'll accept this explanation."
The room went silent.
Everyone understood instantly.
