Chapter 266

About half an hour later, the cab stopped outside the gated community. Private vehicles weren't allowed into the area without prior clearance, and Wendy didn't want to reveal her identity to the driver, especially not with everything going on at the hospital. She didn't want to risk escalating the situation. She got out of the car and removed her mask. The security guard at the gate immediately recognized her and called for a shuttle to take her to the villa. The moment she stepped off the shuttle, she heard a child wailing inside the house—heart-wrenching, uncontrollable sobs. Wendy rushed toward the door and rang the bell. Zelda answered, her eyes widening in surprise. "Mrs. Frank! You're back?" Wendy caught the tension in her face and furrowed her brow. Before she could respond, Ethan's cries from inside grew even louder. She looked toward the living room, and Zelda quickly explained, "Mr. Frank is… disciplining Mr. Ethan." Her expression showed concern as she added, "You s