THE HOUSEKEEPER FOLLOWED THE SOUND OF A CHILD’S CRY — AND FOUND THE BILLIONAIRE’S NEW WIFE’S TERRIFYING SECRET SEALED BEHIND A HIDDEN BASEMENT WALL…
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Chapter 9 - The Trap"I knew you'd try something tonight, old woman," Yen sneered, stepping forward. "Did you really think you could play the hero? You're nothing but a pathetic servant!"
Yen raised the iron bar to strike. But before it could descend, a frail yet surprisingly firm hand grabbed her wrist.
It was Mr. Cap Vu!
Though pale and thin, the billionaire's eyes were sharp and lucid. He stood up from his wheelchair, staring at his new wife with utter betrayal and rage.
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"Cap Vu... how... how are you standing?" Yen gasped, her face draining of color.
"I knew you were poisoning my tea two months ago," Mr. Cap Vu said coldly. "I feigned weakness to see how far you would go—and who was pulling your strings!"
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Chapter 10 - Fire in the CellarDown in the basement, Cuong snapped the iron chain with the bolt cutters and lifted the emaciated child into his arms. The boy clung to Cuong's neck, crying, "Mommy... it hurts..."
Chapter 11 - Fighting the FlamesFlames exploded outside the cellar door. Thick black smoke billowed inside, threatening to suffocate Cuong and the child within minutes.
Chapter 12 - Edge of the BalconyWithout hesitation, Mrs. Man tackled Tuan’s legs, giving Mr. Cap Vu time to retreat. Enraged, Tuan struck Mrs. Man with the butt of his gun, sending her falling to the floor, bleeding from her head.
Chapter 13 - Flashing Red LightsDozens of police cruisers surrounded the mansion.
Chapter 14 - Emergency CareMrs. Man and the little boy were rushed to the hospital. Mrs. Man suffered a mild concussion, while the child was treated for severe malnutrition, infections, and psychological trauma.
Chapter 15 - The ConfessionAt police headquarters, faced with overwhelming evidence—including DNA matches with the child, heavy metal toxins found in her apartment, and Tuan’s full confession—Yen broke down.
