Chapter 963

Thaddeus was also shocked by her reaction, but he immediately held her in his arms and comforted her softly, “It’s me. Don’t be scared.”

Mona felt the warm and firm embrace behind her, and the tight strings wrapping around her finally relaxed. She looked back at Thaddeus and asked, “Have the matters in the police station been dealt with?”

“Yes, she ran away after I gave her the money.”

Mona was surprised. “She ran?”

“It’s like she was selling her daughter. Linda’s aunt stopped caring about her after taking the money. We’ll take care of the funeral.” Thaddeus picked up the glass of water on the table, took a large sip, and turned back to continue discussing with Mona.

“You’re her best friend, so you should know her preferences best. How should we handle her funeral?”

Thaddeus’ tone was very gentle and slightly heavy when he asked this question. He stared straight into Mona’s eyes, not wanting to miss any of her reactions.

“She said she had never been to the sea.” Mona thought abo