Chapter 320

She watched Robert’s retreating figure, unable to resist the urge to chase after him. "Miss Linda," Jacob intercepted her just in time. "Please allow me to escort you back to your room." "You..." Linda hesitated, her lips pursed in reluctance. Who was that girl? she wondered, frustration swirling in her mind. What is her relationship with my brother? For some reason, Linda couldn’t stand that girl. She didn’t just dislike her—she absolutely despised her. ....... Meanwhile, Eleanor had already retreated to her room. She wandered aimlessly to the edge of her bed and sat down, her heart heavy and restless. Even though Robert had explained everything, asking her not to overthink, the sight of that girl stirred an uncontrollable mixture of emotions—complexity and revulsion. She instinctively disliked her. In fact, she didn’t even want to see her again. Just then, the door to her room was pushed open with force. Startled, Eleanor lifted her eyes. Robert stood at the doorway, his gaze deep an