The Woman From Hell

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I could already hear Matthew opening the bathroom door. I hurriedly cleared the browsing history and reopened his document before putting the mouse back into position and sitting back down in the living room.

I looked calm, but I was inwardly flustered.

Matthew glanced at me before entering his room.

He would not realize anything, would he?

I was feeling a little uneasy. He was someone who was attentive to details. Did I completely clear the search history just now?

Darn, I was in such a hurry that I did not know if I left any traces.

"Wanda."

Matthew called out to me suddenly, making my heart tremble.

Turning my head, I looked at him innocently. "What's wrong?"

"I'll accompany you to the temple fair in a few days."

I was still in shock and was at a loss when he suddenly brought up this matter again. "W-What?"

The man's tone softened a little along with his face, which softened a lot more. "Seeing that you're so interested in the temple fair, I'll accompany you to it."

"Oh, yes. That would be great."

"Yeah."

Matthew responded lightly before returning to his room.

Hearing no more movement behind me, I was relieved. He probably did not notice anything.

I turned off the TV and went back to my room.

I caught a specific address on the webpage just now. Anmead Borough, Maynard District, Silverthorn Municipal.

It had been a close call just now, and I did not manage to send an email to Theo.

However, I did not have the courage to do it again. I figured it might be better for me to wait until the day of the temple fair to call and inform Theo.

My mood tonight was not as heavy as before likely due to having found out where this place was. I fell asleep quickly after laying down on the bed.

I woke up very late the next day. Matthew still left breakfast for me, and the door was still locked.

Aunt Nessa did not come either,

likely because the temple fair was going to be held soon. I stayed at home for the next two or three days by myself, uncared for by anyone.

Matthew noticed I was feeling lonely and suddenly said, "I won't lock the door tomorrow. You can go out for a walk."

I looked up, a little surprised. "Aren't you worried?"

"As you said, you don't know where this place is or anyone here. I have nothing to worry about."

Was he really that assured about me?

It felt dubious, but it was good news to be able to go out. Perhaps I could contact Theo in advance.

"Alright, I'll go walk around, then."

Matthew said nothing more, but the look on his face made me feel indescribable. He felt relieved enough to let me out, but he did not seem like someone who would let

his guard down.

The next day, my thoughts were confirmed

It felt like someone was following me when I went out the next day. Matthew must have sent someone to monitor me.

It seemed that I could only be good and wait until the temple fair to make contact.

Speaking of the temple fair, I had to

ask a few individuals before I

managed to make my way to the temple. There were quite a number of people who had already made their preparations here.

This temple was ornately decorated, and the golden statues inside looked new and shiny. It was awe-inspiring.

I stood at the door and was just about to leave when Aunt Nessa found me and ran toward me. "Wanda, why didn't you tell me you were coming? Let me show you around."

"I just happened to come by here, so I decided to come in and take a look." I pursed my lips and smiled.

Aunt Nessa pulled me. "Come on, I'll introduce you to some people. You'll have to get to know them sooner or later."

I was pulled through the temple involuntarily as Aunt Nessa started introducing me as we walked. It was exhilarating...