Crossroads

Chapter 136

“She’s my family affair, and none of you have any say in the matter.”

Dominick stood up abruptly, his presence commanding as he rose, his gaze sweeping over the assembled group with a voice that cut through the room like chilled steel,

Stephanie stood by his side, and her brow furrowed in curiosity. Across from her, Mary, usually formidable, now wore a hint of unease, a rare sight that hinted at her apprehension of her own son.

A palpable tension settled over the room, silencing even the most casual whispers as everyone pondered the unfolding scene.

“Come here.”

George’s command rang out, heavy and authoritative, before he turned and strode purposefully down the corridor.

Stephanie arched an eyebrow in surprise. She knew George was summoning Dominick, yet the latter showed no sign of moving

“Dominick…” She discreetly tugged at his sleeve.

“Mr. Wellington, Mr. George Wellington wishes to speak with you about an urgent matter.”

Brad’s voice was low, a gentle reminder in the midst of the tense atmosphere.

Dominick’s face hardened with impatience, as if their return had disrupted a fragile equilibrium.

Mary had returned, along with Yvonne and Hayley, both back from their travels abroad.

Hayley, always on friendly terms with the family, approached with a warm smile, breaking the tension. “It’s been over a month since our last meeting. Mr. George Wellington wants to speak with you about something important. You should go talk to him…

He cast a fleeting glance at Hayley standing before him, his lips tightening and his brow furrowing. With a decisive turn, he strode back down the corridor.

Stephanie remained rooted to the spot, her gaze fixed on his retreating form, a sense of indescribable melancholy settling in her heart.

“Hayley, just treat this place like home. Yvonne and I will tidy up a room for you.” Mary’s voice carried warmth as she spoke to Hayley, who was an outsider, yet she didn’t spare Stephanie even a passing glance.

The maid ushered the recently returned mistress upstairs, leaving Stephanie and Hayley alone in the spacious living room.

“Hey there, it’s been over a month! Looks like your belly has grown quite a bit, Hayley greeted her warmly, her movements graceful as she naturally took Stephanie’s hand, guiding her to a seat. “Don’t just stand there. Come and sit down.”

Stephanie’s expression seemed delayed, simply nodding in response.

of a sudden, Stephanie felt like

Serenburg for over a month!” Stephanie hesitated

mind telling me what Grandpa

She recovered quickly, casual smile

and she

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coffee with careful, deliberate movements. Her fingers delicately turned the precious white cup, raising it to her lips

you to meddle in

end of the corridor, the summer breeze was refreshing, carrying a gentle and comforting fragrance. Over by the lotus pond, the water lilies were in full

admiration.

on his cane, standing by the edge of the pavilion,

no interest in admiring the lotus flowers, growing somewhat

turning 81

still bearing an austere and dignified expression,

stared directly at Dominick, his

under the scrutiny of the elderly man, his heart felt burdened.

agreed to

to one’s roots, which would allow one to let go of one’s

was already gone, and

knew you felt guilty, but he had already recovered. As for your affairs, I had already arranged for a

Screnburg

affairs don’t concern you,” he

no need to

cane fiercely against the floor. “Dominick, with a bullet in your brain, how

eyes reflecting a complex mix of

strode away

George and the

do, she grabbed

aside to talk, but I’m not sure what about. Any

worry

her phone,

Hayley get to know, but not me? She quickly sent off the

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mention of Hayley. [Is

the magnificent

cause more trouble. Remember the chaos from yesterday? Are you feeling