Chapter 246

Taylor carried a small basket in his hand, his expression visibly more relaxed. Ever since Tinley had called him, he’d been waiting outside with Alex. Five minutes had already passed.

# had been several days since Taylor had left the research facility, and Tinley had mentioned today’s task was to inspect

some grapes,

She told him to bring a basket so he could pick whatever ripe fruit he fancied to snack on later. Such a thoughtful young lady was a rare find these days.

He patted the plastic bag in his pocket, filled with anticipation. Alex caught the movement in the rearview mirror and couldn’t help but chuckle.

“Tinley probably guessed you wanted an excuse to get out for a stroll,” Alex teased. “She’s killing two birds with one stone- no, three. You get fresh air, a fun task, and fruit to bring back”

Taylor nodded, the faintest hint of smugness crossing his face. “Smart girl,” he said. “She’s always one step ahead.”

The car left the research facility and drove into town.

Nearby, Yehuda stood clutching his phone, his tense shoulders finally easing as he spotted the vehicle. “He’s here, someone muttered beside him, echoing Yehuda’s thoughts.

“Taylor actually agreed to help us inspect the grapes,” said another team member, disbelief clear in their voice.

“His expertise is unparalleled in this field,” a third chimed in. “With him on board, we can wrap this up quickly.”

Excitement buzzed through the group–Taylor’s involvement was a game–changer. No machinery could match his intuition.

talent no one could convince

the Holmes family risk inviting someone so authoritative? What if the grapes weren’t worth their price? A fine might mean little to them, but the PR damage

a brand–new estate. Once

looked as unbothered as a retired grandfather out on a leisurely errand. With his little basket swinging at his side, he hurried inside, less like a world–class expert and more like a bargain–hunter on his way to a

estate stall greeted him and guided

the air. At

hand bobbed enthusiastically as he

the orchard was sparsely planted, the landscaping was immaculate. He glanced around at the expanse and thought. All this space for just a few trees? Must’ve cost a

member Ripped a switch, and the entire area fit up

lights like clusters of amethyst, casting

The staff handed him a pair of pruning shears and set up a small ladder,

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surprising agility, snipping clusters while Alex

“There’s another ripe one over

he set to work. This new bunch was magnificent, nearly filling the

harvest was going

man who could sniff out good produce from

couldn’t wait to sample the fruits of his labor. He knew he’d be eating well for days–assuming, of course, no

steal his share.

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