Chapter 26

As the days went on, Elizabeth became driven to find Samantha. She has tried reaching her with different phone numbers but her line wasn't responding at all. After hours of thinking of how to reach her, her mind flashed to Mary. She quickly picked up her phone and dialed the number of Samantha's aunt, Mary, who had come to visit her niece while she was still working as a maid in their mansion. The conversation that followed was filled with careful inquiry and indirect questions.

Mary's voice, though filled with surprise, carried a warmth that was hard to ignore. "Hello, Elizabeth. Is this really you? It's been a while. How can I help you today?"

Elizabeth replied with a soft tone, "Hello, Mary. Yes, it's me. it has been quite some time. I hope you're doing well. I was wondering if you've had any recent contact with Samantha. We've been searching for her, and I thought you might have some information."

There was a moment of hesitation on Mary's end, as she pondered the implications of