“Saved you?" Laurie questioned skeptically, harboring suspicions regarding Nicole's intentions toward their family.

"Yes, she saved me. Remember the Lawrence family where my dad used to work? She's their daughter, and she often visited me," Callie explained.

With a faltering memory, Laurie finally recollected Nicole upon Callie's prompt.

"Oh, that family. Mr. Lawrence was a fine man, and their family was always gracious," Laurie commented, recalling the kindness the Lawrence family had shown them over the years.

However, Laurie failed to grasp Nicole's motive for seeking her son.

She turned to Callie and inquired, "Why is she searching for your father?"

Callie nervously bit her lip and replied, “She mentioned that my dad was the last person to see Mr. Lawrence before his passing. She wishes to speak with my father to verify certain details."

Upon hearing this, Laurie's eyes lit up with sudden understanding.

She recollected how her son had unexpectedly acquired a substantial amount of money despite his modest income. He had utilized this money to facilitate Callie's kidney transplant.

Callie, with her rare blood type, had endured a prolonged and uncertain wait for a matching donor.

Brett had discovered a potential donor, but just before the surgery, the donor withdrew their offer.

The cycle of hope followed by disappointment had profoundly impacted Brett, transforming him from a compassionate and upright individual to one who frequently lamented about life.

Then, one fateful day, Brett spirited them away into hiding. After approximately a month, they received word of another compatible kidney, necessitating overseas surgery.

Brett had accompanied Callie overseas for the surgery.

Following their return, Callie's health gradually improved, and they resided in seclusion at their former residence.

Despite Brett's discreet nature regarding his endeavors, he consistently provided financial support and reassurance, citing personal savings.

Laurie frequently pondered how Brett, a modest laborer, could afford all this. However, she refrained from inquiry, content with his apparent success.

Now, upon hearing Callie's remarks, Laurie abruptly entertained suspicions regarding the source of the funds, perhaps linked to Wesson's demise.

Unaware of Laurie's conjectures, Callie asked, “Laurie, why does my dad persist in concealing himself? If he's innocent, shouldn't he address the situation? We need not live in seclusion."

Callie's sentiments remained straightforward. Previously uninformed of the intricacies, she steadfastly supported her father. He was the one who loved her with his life, and she harbored no intentions of causing him harm.