Chapter 44

Mason and Josephine stepped out of the hospital room and made their way down the corridor toward the emergency exit. Josephine typically preferred taking the stairs on the third floor or lower, especially in crowded situations. However, they hadn't gone far when they bumped into Nadine unexpectedly. Josephine didn't want to engage with her, but she also didn't want to ignore her, so she kept walking along their intended path. The sound of Nadine's sarcastic voice could be heard when they approached. Nadine confirmed her presence with a loud "Mrs. Forbes!" Josephine's gaze turned cold as she noticed the pearl necklace around Nadine's neck. The memory of her humiliation at the hotel flooded back, and a hint of malice flashed in Josephine's eyes. Just as Nadine was about to put on a fake smile and speak, Josephine made a sudden move and snatched the necklace from her neck. Nadine was taken aback, too shocked to even scream or fight back. She could only watch in disbelief as the pearl