Half an hour later, Sebastian left the Carter Residence. Geoffrey sat alone in the living room, looking around at the empty space. Not far away, Phillip stood watch.

It had always been like this-a master and his servant. Whether it was his son, daughter, or wife, none of them came home regularly. He truly was a good husband and father; so good that they all chose not to

return.

Just as he was about to leave, a middle-aged man with an imposing presence and a commanding aura walked in.

"Hello, Brother-in-law."

Geoffrey looked up, and was surprised to see him. "What brings you here?"

"I came to see you." The man walked forward, adjusted his coat, and sat beside Geoffrey casually, as if this were his home too. "And to talk about my sister."

His sister was Xyla Jackson, Geoffrey's wife. The man, Christopher, was Xyla's second older brother. He was a few years younger than Geoffrey.

calm. "Are

how she's been treated at the Carter Residence." Geoffrey said, "She is the lady of the house, and lives in

that," Christopher said calmly. "But Xyla is unhappy, and only

chin slightly. "So, what's

family loves

she's been married for many years; she's still our beloved sister. I don't

my sister can have a better

appreciate interference in his private matters. He said coldly, "Our relationship has been like this for years. Most couples are like us. There's

turned cold. "Geoffrey, don't forget. If it weren't for marrying Xyla, you wouldn't be where you are today. Don't forget your roots and

A threat?" Geoffrey narrowed

a reminder." Christopher smiled. "One shouldn't forget their

coldly. "After all, it's all a matter

is something

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