Chapter 372: Visiting The New Lab II

"Very welcoming people," Susan started as they finally stepped into the one-story duplex structure — four bedrooms in total, according to Ewan’s text on that day.

"Yes. A good atmosphere and good people," Athena agreed, relieving Rodney of some platters and placing them on the dining table, her gaze drifting around to take in the surroundings.

The space was far smaller than the Thornes’ mansion, but it was warm, homely — the sort of place that invited you to breathe, to relax.

A good place for raising kids too, she thought. It was just... different.

The sitting room greeted them first, a tasteful blend of cozy and elegant. Soft cream walls met deep walnut floors, the gleam of the polished wood catching the afternoon light that streamed through sheer curtains. A low, plush sofa set in muted grey sat in the middle, the kind that seemed to invite you to sink in and never leave.

A patterned rug in earthy tones anchored the seating area, while a glass-topped coffee table reflected the warm glow from a corner lamp. There was a faint scent of lemon polish and fresh flowers; a vase of lilies stood proudly on a side table.

To the left, the dining area was open and inviting — a polished oak table with eight high-back chairs, the fabric a gentle beige that complemented the surrounding décor.

Beyond, the kitchen was neat and modern — white marble countertops, spotless chrome appliances, and an island in the center topped with a small basket of fresh fruit.

They explored the rooms one by one. The first downstairs room was modest but charming — a single bed with crisp white sheets, a reading desk near the window, and pale blue walls that gave the space a calm, airy feel.

Upstairs, three bedrooms waited, each with its own personality. One was done in warm amber and deep brown, another in light lavender with delicate curtains, and the third — larger than the rest — carried a soft neutral palette, a queen-sized bed, and an en suite bathroom tiled in pristine white.

Returning to the sitting room, Athena broke the silence. "Rodney, please put these platters inside the refrigerator and wait here. You can have some for yourself if you’re hungry. Susan, come with me."

walked toward the first

expression on Athena’s face after they’d

adding up?" she continued, stepping closer to Athena, whose brows

was thinking it would be in one

"Where is the lab?" she breathed. It was her turn to swim in confusion. But

call Ewan," she said, as though it were the most

phone and dialing his number without hesitation. Business, she reminded herself — this was just part

felt too long when she was already slightly on edge, and when Ewan finally picked up, she had the odd sense that he’d let it ring on purpose, as if to remind her of

Is there a

the house — the location of my new lab — but I can’t find my

end. "You really think I would put your important essentials into

surface... The word clicked. Damn!

underground," she

Ewan replied, a hint of amusement in his voice, before giving her the directions. When

that. Maybe she should have ended

her quickened steps as she followed Athena’s gaze around the room. Athena’s eyes finally stopped on a red button on the wall, disguised

light switch, as Susan noticed when she saw the small blinking

the ground before them split open to reveal a staircase

voice was tinged with

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