Am I your cousin?

''I was just asking—just like that, because you were friendly with her… I thought you might know. Those papers you once sent through me—who were they for?'' Her curiosity was getting dangerous.

''Those were property papers, for this house—I transferred it to her name''.

Marisa's mouth fell open. Then she composed herself and said,' But sir, this house belongs to Elder master Wang''.

''Yes, but I didn't know it then. Have you told anyone that you took the papers to her?''

Marisa touched her ears. ''Never, sir! I did not tell Elder master Wang anything''.

''And it's best for you not to say anything—just keep your mouth shut. If my father gets to know he'll throw you out lock, stock and barrel; you know his temper. Now leave,'' Wang Lian spoke tersely.

Marisa left without a word.

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