Chapter 59: Confrontations and Revelations
(Elena's POV) "I just think you and I are very compatible." Adrian Whitmore's eyes fell on his mother. "Besides, my mother is close to you, so you deserve this reward."
I watched Dorothea Whitmore gently rock her carved wolf pup figurine, humming a soft lullaby. The peaceful scene on the cruise ship felt surreal compared to the chaos in my life. The gentle breeze from the Crimson River carried the scent of wildflowers. I found myself genuinely curious about Dorothea's condition.
"Adrian, may I ask what happened to your mother?" I set down my coffee cup carefully. "Given your family's status, it seems unusual for someone to develop such severe mental instability."
Adrian's expression grew somber. His amber eyes reflected deep pain as he watched
