Chapter 1273

The security guard hesitated, glancing at Olivia. Olivia offered a friendly smile and spoke up politely, "I'm sure you know me. I'm Sophie's best friend." "Yes, I do," the guard replied, giving a quick nod. Then he turned and hurried into the house, leaving Olivia outside the gate. Olivia waited patiently, expecting him to return and let her in. But after ten long minutes, she saw Sophie herself walking toward the gate, following the guard. The moment she spotted her, she froze for a second, visibly surprised. "What's up?" Sophie asked as she reached the gate, her voice a bit hesitant. She looked worn down, her frame so thin that she seemed fragile. Olivia took a moment, unsure how to start. "I didn't expect you to be home." "I've been home. What's up?" she repeated, as if waiting for Olivia to say something important. The past few weeks had been rough on her. After being found at the police station, Claude had brought her back to their family home. But instead of comfort, she'd