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Chapter 931

Author: Cozy Season
"Mrs. Houston, let's go upstairs," said the maid.

Debra glanced at her. "I've been cooped up in the house for days. I need some fresh air. That's not too much to ask, is it?"

"I guess so," the maid said hesitantly.

After all, Drake didn't forbid Debra to walk around the villa.

"Good, then I'll take a stroll. You don't need to follow me," Debra said.

"Mrs. Houston..." The maid wanted to advise her, but Debra was already moving toward the door.

Outside, the patrolling security guards were surprised by her appearance.

Debra was still in her pajamas, walking leisurely and humming a tune as she headed toward the garden.

Lara rushed out after her, and a guard approached. "What's going on? Mr. Lowe didn't say Mrs. Houston could come out."

"I don't know," the maid replied anxiously. "Get someone to follow her. If she runs away, we're all doomed."

"Got it." Several guards hurried after Debra, keeping a safe distance behind her.

Debra glanced sideways, noticing the guards tailing her.
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