Chapter 1395: Chapter 1495

Distracted by the noise, we all looked up.

True to the reports, the rift had indeed expanded considerably.

Upon closer inspection, it revealed another world.

There was a sky like ours, dotted with clouds and birds.

The stark reality of the situation snapped everyone to attention.

Even Shirley, usually stubborn and commanding, stopped pressing her point.

Her look towards the sky carried a hint of fear, a natural response to the unfamiliar.

Debra’s POV:

The space grew quiet, heavy with unspoken thoughts.

For a long while, nobody said a word.

Ivy, looking confused, asked, “Honey, why is everyone so solemn? What’s wrong with the rift in the sky? Is it serious?”

I shook my head and replied, “I don’t know.

”

I was completely at a loss about the rift, as this was my first experience with it since I had lost my memories.

Although I had seen the rift while sunbathing on the balcony with the child recently, it hadn’t seemed out of place to me.

Nobody in the manor had mentioned it, so I didn’t focus on it much.

I had always assumed it was a regular natural event.

Now, it appeared to be far from normal.

I studied everyone’s face intently and realized they all seemed to be preparing for a significant crisis.

What exactly was going on? What was the deal with the rift in the sky?

I was puzzled and considered asking Andrew for clarity, but before I could utter a word, he was distracted and quickly gave his subordinates instructions.

“I have urgent matters to attend to and can’t entertain Shirley today.

Please take her away.

”

“Andrew…”

Shirley started to speak, hoping to say more, but a cold stare from Andrew made her stop.

She closed her mouth reluctantly.

After Shirley was escorted away, Andrew turned to me with a remorseful smile and a guilty expression.

“I apologize for Shirley’s behavior.

She often acts childishly and can be quite willful.

I’m sorry if she offended you.

I hope you can understand.

”

His polite demeanor surprised me.

Andrew truly had good manners.

Despite my recent disagreements with Shirley, he managed to speak in such a way that saved face for everyone.

Given his courteous words, I felt it was only right not to contradict him, particularly since Shirley, however unpredictable, had not really impacted me negatively.

“No worries, it’s a minor issue,” I responded calmly.

Andrew’s expression eased, and his voice softened.

“Thank you for your understanding, Debra.

I must deal with an urgent issue, so I won’t be able to accompany you back myself.

If you need anything, please feel free to ask the butler.

”