Chapter 141. Delusional

Watching him leave, Serena’s eyes narrowed slightly.

Judging by his reaction, there was no way he didn’t know Gaius. Otherwise, why be so panicked?

Moreover, he had only revealed that he knew her parents because he’d accidentally called her “Serena” at the hospital. If not for that slip, she would never have noticed.

Clearly, he had never intended to admit it.

Rubbing her chin thoughtfully, Serena grew more certain—Dr. Beckett was hiding something.

And this secret… very likely involved her parents, or even the truth behind Gaius’s death.

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After finishing his speech, Xavier immediately looked toward Serena.

Just moments ago, she had been smiling sweetly at him, her eyes bright with quiet pride. Now, howe