Chapter 5 - Edna Warns About Camille’s True Intentions
As Adeline turned away from the supply cabinet, sixty-three-year-old Edna Hollis stepped out from the shadowy hallway corridor.
The housekeeper held a silver tray with a warm cup of herbal tea, her face etched with deep lines of worry.
“You shouldn't be digging into Mr. Nico’s medication logs, nurse... people in this house have disappeared for less,” Edna warned quietly.
“Edna, those pills aren't helping him recover; they're the reason his legs haven't regained their strength after eight months,” Adeline stated grimly.
Edna looked nervously toward the grand staircase before stepping closer and lowering her voice to a tense whisper.
“Miss Camille has been managing his private pharmacy orders ever since the car accident down on Lake Shore Drive,” Edna admitted.
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“She wants him dependent, weak, and entirely compliant so she can inherit full control of the Alfieri shipping empire,” the housekeeper added.
“Not if I have anything to say about it,” Adeline replied, her determination solidifying into an unshakeable resolve.
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