"Merissa, what do you know?" Richard's tone grew serious as he decided to trust his instincts, though he still needed solid proof. He had to prove that he had mistaken a thief for his lifesaver and had even divorced his wife because of it. Just then, Martin, who had been quietly listening, elegantly stepped forward to help Merissa ease her situation. He knew Merissa didn't plan to reveal her identity just yet, so he took the opportunity to take her away. "Excuse me, the most beautiful and lovely lady in the world, would you care to have a chat with me?" His voice was calm and gentle. His words sounded like a request for her opinion, but his arm had already intimately wrapped around Merissa's shoulders. Then, as if certain that Merissa would not refuse, he politely nodded to those near

