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River hailed a cab and searched for Cloude Orphanage’s address on the map. It was situated in the western part of the city, a two–hour journey from her residence.
Once she found the address, she returned to her conversation with Mason and transferred the remaining money to him.
Undoubtedly, he had proven to be incredibly effective.
River texted him. [Mr. Hall, I would like to ask how you discovered that information.]
Mason called her back less than a minute after she sent the message.
“I used Katie’s identity instead of yours to conduct the search,” Mason explained. “She had a history of adopting a child. However, I could only find information about your orphanage, without your previous name. If it’s convenient for you, could you please share your previous name? It might help me find more valuable information.”
‘My previous name?‘
River was taken aback. Her mother had once mentioned that she fell seriously ill during her childhood, causing her to lose all memories prior to the age of seven..
Helplessly, she admitted, “Mr. Hall, I’m sorry, but I don’t remember my previous name.”
River sighed silently, feeling a sense of loss.
Mason replied, “Well, if there’s no other way, you can visit the orphanage and search for the records from that year. I’ll send you the time of the adoption later, so you can compare it. I’ll also help you arrange it so that you can meet the new dean directly.”
Thanking him once again, River hung up the call.
Shortly afterward, Mason texted her again. She saved the photograph and glanced out of the window.
River decided to temporarily halt her investigation into her biological parents‘ identity, but she was determined to reclaim this part of her life that belonged to her.
Meanwhile, at International Residence, Daniella immediately called Nic after returning home.
She started sobbing as soon as Nic picked up the phone. She pleaded, “Nic, you have to help me get rid of River, no matter what,”
Nic patiently urged her to calm down and asked, “What happened? Take your time and tell me everything.”
Daniella proceeded to describe the incident in detail.
Indignant, she asserted, “Although I have no definite proof, my hunch tells me that River is the one who saved Noah. Nic, River must die! If she doesn’t, our future plans will all go down the drain.”
Nic replied, “Got it. Leave it to me.”
The next day, River hailed a cab after taking care of her affairs and headed to Cloude Orphanage.
Two hours later, she stepped out of the car in front of the orphanage’s entrance.
Looking at the unfamiliar surroundings, she found it hard to believe that she had once stayed here. If her mother hadn’t passed away, River might never have imagined that she was adopted from an orphanage.
She smiled wistfully before making her way toward the orphanage’s entrance.
In the yard, a few teachers were playing with a group of children. When they noticed someone. entering, a female teacher approached River and asked, ‘Hello, may I ask why you’re here?”
Recalling Mason’s words from the previous night, River replied, “I’m here to meet Ms. Emma
Walter. Is she around?”
The teacher nodded and said, “Yes, let me take you to her.”
River expressed her gratitude before following the teacher into the teaching building, where they both headed straight toward the dean’s office
The office door was open. The teacher lightly knocked twice and announced, “Ms. Walter, someone is here to see you.”
Emma, a friendly middle–aged woman wearing glasses, looked at River and stood up. “Hello, may I know who you are?”
River walked into the office and responded, “Hello, Ms. Walter. Mr. Kennedy should have.
informed you about my visit.”
Mr. Kennedy was the intermediary who helped River establish a connection with the dean, as. per Mason’s request.
Emma recognized the situation and smiled. “Ah, yes, I’ve been informed. Please come in and have a seat.”
Smiling in return, River sat on the sofa while Emma poured a glass of water for her. “He called
However, the information is quite old, and it wasn’t properly categorized when I took over the orphanage. It might be challenging to find what you’re looking for.”
River felt a pang of surprise. “Not properly categorized?
If there was a lot of information, it would prove to be a difficult task.
After a brief silence, she replied, “That’s alright. I appreciate your willingness to help me search.”
Emma smiled, placing the glass of water in front of River. water first. Let me fetch the key and take you to the archive.”
River accepted the glass and took a few sips while Emma retrieved the key.
Once she returned, the dean guided River to the rear of the teaching building.
Opening an iron door, they were greeted by a row of dilapidated shacks.
They walked to the third shack and Emma opened the door and turned the lamp on. “It’s all here.”
As River observed the scattered stacks of information on the table and floor, a headache began to creep in. Nevertheless, she expressed her gratitude to the dean, who then left her to search for the records from nineteen years ago.
Meanwhile, at the De Marco Residence, Noah stepped out of the car, and a housekeeper hurried over to welcome him. “Young Master De Marco, Master De Marco is waiting for you inside.”
Noah nodded and entered the house alongside Reuben.
In the living room, he found his second elder brother, Adam De Marco, and his father, Draco De Marco, engaged in conversation
Draco looked up upon hearing the noise at the door and sneered upon seeing Noah. “Do you still consider me your father?”
Unperturbed, Noah calmly took a seat on the sofa, prompting Adam to lean closer. In a hushed tone, he urged Noah, “Bro, you need to explain your engagement to Dad properly.”
Noah glanced at Draco, but remained silent.
Draco was well aware of Noah’s temper, so he made an effort to control his anger.
“Noah, tell me, what kind of woman managed to convince you to propose an engagement within such a short time?” Draco inquired.
Noah shot him a cold glare. “Have you forgotten what happened to me when I was eight years old?”
Both Draco and Adam’s expressions stiffened.
Draco inquired, “Have you managed to find the girl who saved you back then?”
Noah responded somberly, “Yes.”
Draco was left speechless. It was common knowledge that his son had been searching for that girl. While he felt grateful to her for rescuing Noah, he believed his daughter–in–law should come from a family of equal standing
Draco suggested, “Since you’ve found her, you can simply offer her money and a house. There’s not need to marry her.”
Noah sneered. “Do you think I could sit here idly if not for her?”
A deep crease formed between Draco’s brows. “Noah!”
“Dad!” Noah abruptly stood up, cutting off Draco. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll leave now. And one more thing, you need to stay out of my marriage.”
With that, he headed towards the door. Observing this, Adam immediately admonished Noah.” Noah, you can’t speak to Dad like that.”
Noah stopped in his tracks and turned to Adam, his gaze icy. “What right do you have to lecture me?”
Adam’s face flushed red. “I’m your elder brother!”
“Elder brother?” Noah snorted. “Back then, if it weren’t for you, would I have been kidnapped and almost killed?”
Adam grew tense and fell silent.
After Noah left, Adam glanced at Draco and voiced his concern. “Dad, if you let him continue like this, he will eventually lose respect for you.”
Draco glared at him. “Then you shouldn’t let me down. Work harder.”
Adam hung his head guiltily and stammered, “I am doing that, aren’t I?”
Outside the residence, Reuben turned around and reported as soon as Noah got into the car. “Mr.
De Marco, our men informed me that someone is investigating Ms. Healy’s identity.”
Noah’s demeanor turned cold instantly. “Who?”
Reuben explained, “We haven’t discovered their identities yet, but they’ve headed toward the orphanage.”
Noah narrowed his eyes. “Turn around. Let’s go to the orphanage.”
River remained in the archive room until darkness enveloped the sky, managing to find only two sets of information from nineteen years ago.