Matthews gaze fixed on Betsey, his tone stern andmanding.


    If you have evidence, take it to the police.


    Creating chaos here wont bring justice for Robin.


    Leona red at him, defiant.


    What are you trying to do? Silence us? If Stes innocent, why are you so afraid of us showing up? The case hasnt progressed, and Stes still free.


    Are you interfering with the investigation? Matthew didnt dignify her usations with a response.


    Instead, he delivered a cold warning.


    Behave yourselves and stay in Seamarsh until the investigation concludes.


    If you continue causing trouble, Ill make sure youre sent back to Osemery.


    With a nod from Matthew, Fernando signaled a group of imposing bodyguards to step forward. Leona, seeing the tall and strong men behind him, gritted her teeth.


    She shot Ste a pointed look and sneered, Well, you really hit the jackpot with your husband.


    Lets see how Matthew stands by you once the truth surfaces.


    With that, Leona turned and left.


    Betsey spat at Ste before storming off in a fit of rage.


    After their departure, the butler approached Ste, his face etched with guilt.


    I deeply apologize, Mrs.


    rk.


    Its entirely my failure for not being vignt enough to prevent outsiders from entering and causing you harm.


    His eyes scanned her bruised face, concern evident.


    Should we tend to your bruise immediately? Before Ste could respond, Lucia gestured dismissively, instructing the butler to fetch a first aid kit, and then turned her attention to Ste. Her tone softened as she said, Dont take it to heart, dear.


    Theyre just ovee with grief.


    Stes stomach twisted ufortably as she guided Lucia back to the living room.


    A wave of nausea washed over her, prompting her to request a ss of water from a nearby servant.


    Only after sipping it slowly did the queasiness begin to subside.


    Ste met Matthews steady gaze and asked, Any updates on the investigation? Matthews response was measured.


    It hasnt changed much.


    The police have scrutinized everyone Robin interacted with and found nothing suspicious.


    The primary tension still centers around..


    He trailed off, not saying her name, but the implication hung heavy in the air.


    Ste let out a dryugh, her tone tinged with bitterness. It seems like the Wheeler family and I are just not meant to get along.


    At that moment, the butler returned with the first aid kit.


    Matthew was the first to notice the butler approaching, giving a slight nod to signal him to bring the kit forward.


    The butler quickly stepped forward, handing the kit to Matthew with urgency.


    Lucia clutched Stes hand tightly, her lips quivering as if she had countlessforting words to offer, but she held back, unsure of what to say.


    She had witnessed the relentless attacks from the Wheeler family over the past few weeks, and it weighed heavily on her heart.


    Finally, she spoke softly.


    Ste, tend to your wound first.


    The police are doing their best with the case, and worrying wont change anything.


    Ste watched Matthew take out the ointment from the kit, her expression resolute as she gently halted his movements.