Maddox's SUV pulled up outside the iron gates of the estate, and his gaze lifted to the new name emblazoned above.

The gate remained stubbornly closed, and the guard hemmed and hawed, finally muttering, "Mr. Curtis has given strict orders not to let you in."

Phillip was about to dial Curtis on his phone when Maddox interrupted, "No need. He's just trying to ruffle my feathers."

With that, Maddox stepped out of the car and entered the estate on foot.

It had been a while since Maddox had visited. Curtis had turned it into a private residence, making it far cozier than before.

As a hidden haven amid the city's hustle, its charm was unique under a blanket of snow.

Maddox walked down the cobblestone path with Phillip trailing behind.

Inside the main house, three people were enjoying a warm gathering.

tomato soup and pancakes, Jennifer inquired about her prenatal checkup. Fighting off sleepiness, Leanne struggled to

tired, take a nap,"

between sleep and her unfinished book, Leanne hesitated. "I haven't finished

approvingly. "Hmm, we've got a little piglet who

at the comment. Leanne was mock-annoyed and swung a playful punch at Curtis. He took it with a laugh, then deadpanned, "You know, hitting me

to hold back, Leanne burst

and Phillip as they stepped through the archway into the

and filled with laughter. Even

notice the two figures in the courtyard, her

snow, Maddox climbed the steps, his expression

wasn't sure why

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his decision to hide the truth back then was to protect VectorVista's reputation.

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in anger.

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