Chapter 878

Chapter 878:

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Elin smiled, her deep eyes shining with a keen understanding of human nature.

«I understand. Don't worry, I... I'll go.

Landen expressed his approval: “I knew you were exceptional. If that's all, you can go on with your day.

"Mr. Foster." Elin paused, gathering her thoughts.

Even though Landen treated her like she was part of the family, Elin always referred to him as "Mr. Foster,” acknowledging the absence of a close personal connection. He always remembered his role.

Landen looked up and hummed in response.

Elin had regained her composure and said in a low voice, “I have another request.”

“What is it about?”

«Please hide this from my mother. "I don't want him to worry."

Landen frowned slightly. At first he had intended to tell Annis. She held Annis in high regard, as she was a conscientious and precise employee, whom Casey trusted, which indicated her integrity.

Since Elin was Annis' daughter and had been raped by Erick, Landen felt obligated to inform Annis.

Misinterpreting Landen's silence as concern over her unresolved feelings toward Erick, Elin quickly clarified, “Mr. Foster, don't worry. What happened at the bar… was really an accident. I share part of the blame. "I do not hold Erick responsible and it will not happen again."

Recognizing Elin's sincere intention not to burden Annis with her concerns, Landen reluctantly agreed: "Okay, I'll honor your request."

Elin said: “Mr. Foster, I'm not upset with your agreement. You have been incredibly supportive of my family. "I shouldn't have entertained Mr. Erick Foster's melancholy idea... It was my fault."

Landen was surprised by Elin's maturity, despite her young age. He could see through people's intentions with remarkable clarity.

Talking to someone so insightful made things a lot easier for him.

Elin reached into the folder for the black card Landen had given her.

Then he respectfully returned it to her with both hands. «Mr. Foster, I have saved enough to cover my tuition costs. “I can work part-time during my college days to support myself, so please give it back to me.”

Landen frowned. «You should keep this card. It's just a small token of my gratitude, not a significant amount. If you reject it, it will seem like you have a grudge against me.

Elin was about to refuse again when Landen added, "Elin, please accept this card so I can rest easy."

Ultimately, Landen was worried about Elin.

Elin thought for a moment and agreed to accept the card to ease her worry. However, he had no intention of using it.

I planned to return it to him when the time came.

The next day.

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