Chapter 362: The Banquet Ends Before It Begins

The next second, the lock clicked open. Inside the box, there were numerous folders filled with paper documents and a book. Tina opened one of the folders, which was labeled "Paternity Test!" The subjects tested: Jasper and Tina. The result stated: "Paternity confirmed!"

Jared, taken aback, turned to Tina. "Paternity confirmed?" he echoed in disbelief.

Wasn't Tina the one who claimed she wasn't Jasper's daughter? Aside from an initial investigation into Tina, which yielded nothing, Jared had not delved further. All he knew was what Tina chose to disclose. When she had denied being Jasper's daughter, he had believed her without further questioning. Yet, the paternity test now confirmed their relation?

Tina proceeded to open the other documents. There were ten in total, each a paternity test involving her and Jasper, the only difference being the testing agency. With a slight curl of her lips, she placed the documents back into the folder. Turning to Jared, she explained, "I'm not his daughter. My mother altered my genes. At any paternity testing center across the country, the result would always confirm our relation."

Without further elaboration from Tina, Jared understood. There must be a reason behind her master's actions. The matter of Tina's origins was left unspoken between them as they picked up the book from the box.

This book wasn't ancient, though it showed signs of frequent use. It appeared to be a regularly used notebook, despite its outward appearance as a book. The writings within were added later, and neither Tina nor Jared recognized the script. It was neither from any known country nor traditional characters; the script was utterly unfamiliar to them.

time, Tina noted they had spent nearly half an hour already. She

They then placed the box back where it had been and left

guests continuously streamed into Whispering Pines, which buzzed with activity. After exiting Jasper's room, Tina and Jared went their separate ways. Jared left Whispering Pines only to re-enter from the outside, while Tina made her

Tina disliked. She hesitated briefly before walking over. Juliet pulled her close, allowing her to sit next to

it weren't for her obligation as a member of the Reed family, Juliet would have preferred not to attend.

meal to spare Tina any discomfort. Sensing Juliet's kindness, Tina smiled and remarked, "Maybe-I'll treat you guys to dinner!" "Eh?" Juliet blinked in confusion. "Dinner?" She glanced at the array of

remained silent. Mistaking her silence for discontent, Juliet didn't

on her face. She hadn't intended to greet the guests, but her insistence on being there was to

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about to make an excuse to leave, she suddenly heard a familiar voice. Jared and Logan stepped out of the car. Jared was dressed in a black suit; his tall, well-defined figure was complemented by his stern face, which, though unsmiling, completely captivated Lily's heart. Immediately, Lily adjusted her expression and hurried towards Jared. She greeted him gracefully, "Mr. Farrell, you-" Before she could finish, Jared, with a cold expression, walked past her

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