Chapter 691: Chapter 691

After hearing Patricia’s words, Theo got to his feet and headed towards Ellinor.

Patricia watched him closely, secretly hoping that Theo would slap Ellinor.

Everyone in the room watched this unfold, wondering if Theo would hit Ellinor for Patricia.

Theo did reach out His large, rough hand gently brushed the loose strands of hair from Ellinor’s forehead, his deep voice scolding. “Didn’t I tell you not to wander off on your own?”

Ellinor frowned. “I forgot”

Theo didn’t say anything else. He took off his jacket and draped it over Ellinor.

The windows in the Howard family’s kitchen were open, and the night breeze could give Ellinor a cold.

Ellinor glanced at the suit jacket now draped over her.

At this moment, that jacket was not just to keep her warm but also a sign of Theo’s trust. No matter what happened, he would always stand by her.

Ellinor looked at Theo, whose gaze held no suspicion towards her.

She hadn’t expected Theo to trust her like this because Patricia’s performance had been too convincing. Plus, Patricia had once saved Theo, so he felt a sense of gratitude toward her.

Yet, Theo hadn’t been swayed by his gratitude, which moved her.

She relaxed and leaned tiredly against Theo. “I’m tired.”

“I’ll take you home to sleep now” Theo seemed to comfort her, patting her head before leading her away.

To everyone’s surprise, Theo appeared to be openly protecting a murderer.

As Theo gently led Ellinor toward the kitchen door, Patricia’s face darkened. Her nails were deeply embedded in her own palm.

Did Theo really trust Ellinor unconditionally?

Why?!

Why?!

Had Ellinor bewitched Theo?

“Hold it! She killed Baber, who said you could leave?” Balfour spoke up.

After Balfour spoke, the Howard family’s servants immediately stood in their way, blocking their path.

Theo stopped, and his brow furrowed “Do I need someone’s permission to leave?”

Balfour stepped forward, his brow knitted, “Theo, you’re still protecting this woman? She’s a killer!”

Theo’s expression didn’t change. “She’s explained what happened. She’s not a killer. Didn’t you hear?”

Balfour paused, then said seriously. “You just believe her? Even criminals in court won’t easily admit to their crimes! When did you become so gullible? Do you really think a woman like that would be sincere to you?”

“I don’t care whether she’s being sincere or not, I trust her.”

Regardless of Theo’s unwavering stance, Balfour didn’t back down. “Your trust doesn’t matter because you’re not the law!”

With that, he turned to the servants, “Call the police!”

Suddenly, there was a sound of something breaking in the corner.

“Who’s there? Someone’s hiding over there!”