Chapter 676

At that moment, Roseanne's attention was stolen by something on another shelf, completely oblivious to the silent duel that had just occurred between the two men.

Owen Reynolds, having just paid for his purchases, turned around to see Roseanne gazing in awe at a fondant cake displayed in the showcase.

It was a majestic five-tiered creation, each tier adorned with figurines.

"Like it?" he inquired.

"It's beautiful," Roseanne nodded, her eyes scanning the intricate details, "so meticulously crafted." Then, pointing at the second tier, she teased, "Professor, doesn't that figure with glasses and a furrowed brow resemble you?"

Owen Reynolds studied the cake figure for a moment before responding seriously, "Not at all. When do I ever furrow my brow?"

"Could it be you furrow your brow without realizing? Like right now, for instance."

Caught off guard, Owen resembled a child who had just been found out, his expression a mix of embarrassment and guilt.

Roseanne couldn't help but laugh. "Professor, you're too cute."

No sooner had the trio stepped out of the cake shop than Owen's phone rang.

"Hello, Mom?"

to come home," came Silver's voice, tense and

"What happened?"

talk when

"...Alright."

tug of worry for his family. "Sorry, something's come up at home,

understanding when Corley's phone also buzzed. "... Yes,

Owen. "Looks like Mr. Reynolds and I

no, you both take care

hesitated, wanting to

fine. It's just a ten-minute walk. No need

under Roseanne's urging, both men

breathed a

Finally, they were gone.

trip felt more exhausting than three

not get involved in

Too draining.

...

way home, Owen raced against time, worried about what emergency

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