Chapter 722 Innocent And Adorable

"If they accept the inevitable, it will be good for everybody. Then, you won't have to worry about her escaping when she is yours. Isn't that perfect?" Uncle Jasper explained, and the man agreed as he nodded. "Yes, Uncle Jasper. You're right." Convinced, he smiled and added pleasantly, "Well, that's settled then. I'll go back and raise the money. I'll be back when the money is ready. Uncle Jasper waved his hand in agreement, and the man left. Clarissa watched as the other man left while Uncle Jasper finished his pipe before going into the house. Without a sound, she stealthily crept inside through the backdoor. Upon returning to her room, Clarissa was all sixes and sevens. Nora was not asleep yet as she was waiting for Clarissa's return. As Clarissa walked in, Nora asked, "Are you better now? Is your tummy better?" With a nod, Clarissa replied, "I'm fine now." As she spoke, she secured the door and then listen