Chapter 1641

Mavis felt unsure. Nathaniel's footsteps faded, and she quickly hooked her arm around Gabrielle's. "Alright, Gabrielle. Since I got off work early today, how about going shopping together?" If she stayed at the Nicholls residence, Gabrielle would undoubtedly keep pressing for answers if she stayed at the Nicholls residence. The mention of shopping instantly brightened Gabrielle's mood. She grabbed Mavis and eagerly chattered about her favorite luxury brands as they headed out. Gabrielle talked nonstop the entire way. It was not until 9 p.m. that they returned to the Nicholls residence, with bodyguards carrying numerous shopping bags—all of them Gabrielle's. Mavis could not help but marvel at how different the world of the wealthy was compared to hers. After saying goodnight to Gabrielle, Mavis took a glass of warm milk upstairs. When she did not find Nathaniel in the bedroom, she cautiously approached the study. Mavis knocked on the door and asked, "Nate, are you