Chapter 190. No Way Home

As Lara and the Gardner keep exchanging pleasant words and friendly smiles, Patricia approaches with her usual devilish smile, then stands just behind the transparent gate.

"Yay, look who has finally decided to return to work," Patricia muses. Her tone is laced with playful sarcasm. "Little Miss Maisie."

Lara lets out a low chuckle, acknowledging the banter she has missed.

“You poor thing," she faces Patricia, feigning pity. "You must have missed me so much you've been out here waiting for my return.”

A witty smirk curves up her lips before she continues, "Why are you wasting time, sweetheart? Open up, mommy is here now."

Patricia is momentarily startled by Lara’s comeback. She tries to respond but it seems her voice has disappears. She purses her lips, accepting defeat before opening the gate. “Come on in, girl. You never cease to amaze me," she shakes her head in wonder.

“What can I say? I pay th