Chapter 1512 Further Deductions
Nevertheless, Bruce did not think much of it. He simply assumed that it was one of Zachary's tactics.
Maybe he has a motive for doing this? Is he using the carrot and stick approach with Kallum?
The more he thought about it, the more troubled he was. Hence, he reported the situation to
Charlotte, who had just arrived at the hospital
Holding her phone, Charlotte replied calmly, âPerhaps, he just wants to have a good talk with
Kallum.â
"Okay. Since you don't see any issue with it, I won't dwell on it further.â The earlier suspicions Bruce
had fleed his mind. âI just find that there's something strange about Mr. Nacht ever since he
returned.â
âBefore the fire, he was experiencing memory loss due to the poison invading his brain. Hence, it's
not surprising for him to act strangely.â Charlotte did not plan on telling him the truth. âWe have to
be more understanding and accommodative of him.â
âI understand.â Bruce could not help but feel disheartened by her words.
âTake good care of him. I'll handle my matters first.â
"Yes, Ms. Lindberg.â
After ending the call, Charlotte frowned. She was surprised at how quickly Kallum showed up and
even met âZacharyâ in private.
âDo you want me to capture Kallum and interrogate him?â Lupine knew what was going on in her
mind
âIt's fine.â Charlotte analyzed the situation rationally, âConsidering that heâs meeting Kallum at
Northridge in front of so many others, it's unlikely for him to do anything drastic. Or else, the
conflict would be out in the open, and their well-laid-out plans would go to waste.â
âIn that case, what should we do?â Lupine asked.
âWe don't have to do anything other than wait for them to make their move.â Charlotte hurried into
the ward. âEllie...â
After going through therapy with the psychologist, Ellie was no longer as paranoid as before.
Nonetheless, she was still constantly unsettled. When the little girl saw Charlotte, she did not jump
into her arms excitedly like she used to. Instead, she scrutinized her intently as if to see if the latter
was truly her mother.
âEllie, it's me. Don't you recognize Mommy anymore?â
When Charlotte saw the look on Ellie's face, she was heartbroken. Pulling Ellie in to give her a tight
hug, she consoled, âEllie, don't be afraid. Mommy is here. No one will be able to hurt you.â
However, Ellie did not speak, nor did she move. Instead, she trembled in Charlotte's embrace as
though she was stricken with fear.
âEllie, what's wrong?â Charlotte was overwrought. âWhy donât you recognize me anymore? Huh?"
Ellie remained silent. In fact, she did not even dare to look at her, lowering her head and recoiling in
fear until she reached her bed. Hugging her pillow, she burrowed herself underneath the covers.
âEllie...â Charlotte called out when she saw the covers tremble along with Ellie's body.
âMs. Lindberg!â
At that moment, Raina hurried into the room and held her back. âEllie hasn't recovered yet. Let's not
rush her. Give her some time.â
âWhy is this happening?â Charlotte was seized by desperation. âWhy doesn't Ellie recognize me?â
âLet's talk in my office.â Raina consoled her, âDonât worry, there are plenty of medical staff here.
They will look after her.â
âLupine, stay here,â Charlotte instructed.
"Yes, Ms. Lindberg.â
After Charlotte followed Raina into her office, Raina invited the child psychologist to explain Ellie's
situation to her.
âMs. Lindberg, I gave Ellie a myriad of tests and realized that she's deeply traumatized. In fact, she is
suspicious of those closest to her. I have reason to believe that she has been hurt or frightened by
her family members.â
âFrightened by her family members?â Charlotte's heart sank. âHow can that be? Why would anyone
in the family hurt her?â
âWe find it hard to believe too. Nevertheless, that's what we have concluded from the results. In
truth, most of the traumas suffered by children are caused by those closest to them. Ms. Lindberg,
can you think of anyone that's particularly suspicious?â
Upon hearing the psychologist's words, Charlotte had a strong hunch that the person who looked
exactly like Zachary had frightened Ellie.