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    “There is no passage behind the tree,” the principal stated. “The big tree stands next to the wall. This wall is notably tall, topped with an electric to deter any intruders. Our kindergarten prioritizes safety; not only are there security guards patrolling regrly, but surveince cameras record continuously. After reviewing the footage, I found no evidence of anyone harming Lawrence and Lindsay. It’s possible that Lawrence was injured identally while ying with Lindsay. However, that remains conjecture. We’ve found nothing near the big tree that could have injured Lawrence. It’s perplexing that he got injured, and equally mysterious is Lindsay’s faint.”


    In that moment, Ferris approached and handed a report to Marissa.


    The document contained the blood test results for Lawrence and Lindsay, which indicated both children had been injected with a low dose of anesthetic.


    Marissa’s eyes narrowed as she read the report. It confirmed her suspicion that an adult had intervened behind the scenes, administering harm to the children.


    She directed her gaze to the principal and ordered, “Have someone take a photo of the space behind the big tree for me.”


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    The principal acted without dy, instructing his staff to fulfill her request. He swiftly forwarded the photograph to Marissa.


    Upon examining the photo, Marissa connected the dots. While there was no passage behind the big tree, a manholey on the ground. The assant must have used the sewer to stealthily enter and exit the kindergarten.


    Determining whether this individual was a random madman or someone with a vendetta against Lawrence and Lindsay would have to wait until the children could recount the events themselves.


    Just then, a nurse arrived with news that Lindsay had awakened.


    Marissa immediately stood and made her way to Lindsay’s ward, with Connor in tow.


    Physically unscathed, Lindsay had fainted because of fear and anesthesia.


    Her initial reaction upon waking was to scream. “No! Don’t hurt my brother!”


    Fortunately, Rita was at her bedside and quicklyforted her, helping Lindsay to regain herposure.


    Seeing Marissa and Connor enter, Lindsay broke down in tears. “Dad, Mom, you’re here atst! I was so afraid I’d never see you again. I thought I would be a child without parents again!”


    Her cries deeply moved Marissa and Connor, bringing tears to their eyes. They approached the bed to soothe her.


    Though Lindsay typically favored Connor’spany, in this moment of distress, she soughtfort in Marissa’s arms, burying herself there and crying.


    Marissa embraced her tightly, and gradually, Lindsay’s tears subsided.


    When Lindsay calmed down, she asked with red-rimmed eyes, “Mom, how is my brother? He was bleeding. Auntie once said that we both have Rh negative blood, and if we lose too much blood, it’s hard to find a match.”


    Marissa was surprised by how much she knew at such a young age.


    She gently wiped the tears from Lindsay’s face andforted her, “Your brother is okay. Rh negative blood is indeed rare, but luckily, your father has the same blood type. He was able to donate blood for your brother’s transfusion.”


    Relief washed over Lindsay. She turned to Connor, her eyes filled with tears, and said in a shaky voice, “Thank you, Dad.”


    Connor felt deeply moved by Lindsay’s change. Before the incident, she had often behaved like a typical spoiled child, but now, faced with such a severe situation, she had be remarkably sensible. This shift made his heart ache for her.


    He lovingly stroked her head and reassured her, “That’s exactly what I should do. I’m here to protect my children.”


    Without another word, Lindsay reached out, throwing herself into Connor’s arms to express her gratitude and love.


    As the tender little girl nestled into his embrace, Connor’s heart felt like it might burst. Although he knew Lindsay was not his biological daughter, his love for her was profound. He wanted nothing more than to give her the best the world had to offer.


    Once Lindsay seemed moreposed, Marissa subtly nodded to Ferris, prompting him to clear the room.


    With only the family left in the ward, Marissa leaned closer and asked in a soft voice, “Lindsay, can you tell us what happened back there?”


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