She looked very kind, as if she were truly that elder meant to help the younger generation with their troubles.
However, Aldana Candi felt goosebumps rise all over her body under the vulture-like gaze of the Shaw Family, sensing an innate danger.
She tried to pull her arm out from Mrs. Shaw's grasp, but the woman held on tightly, nearly pinning her to the wheelchair, looking at her warmly, and said, "Don't be afraid, our Shaw Family is reasonable. Tell me, how are you and Phoebe Phoenix getting along?"
Aldana Candi whispered, "I want to go back to rest."
Mrs. Shaw watched her, smiling without speaking, as if she wouldn't let her go unless she explained her relationship with Philip Shaw.
The two were in a standoff, Aldana lowering her head, feeling a hint of fear under all those watchful eyes from all directions.
It was as if she had unconsciously walked into some beast's territory, and now countless predators were eyeing her, considering how to devour her.
