Seeing Chris' restless expression, Fleur smiled at Sasha and gave her hand a reassuring pat. "Lenny, stay here for a moment. I'll check the kitchen."

"Madam Hamerton, you..." Sasha was taken aback. Was this elegant lady, who rarely got her hands dirty, actually cooking for Lena?

"Don't you adore my deep-fried fish the most? I've made one today, and I must show you my culinary skills!"

Sasha's face lit up, and she eagerly agreed with Fleur.

Fleur maintained her smile and called out to Chris, "Son, come to the kitchen and lend me a hand!"

Unable to contain his excitement, Chris followed Fleur out of the living room.

Although Sasha was now alone in the living room, she felt at ease. She glanced around, taking in the grandeur of the Hamerton estate, which exceeded her expectations.

Splendor Mountain was firmly under the Hamerton family's domain, with most of the relatives residing in this area. Marco's residence occupied the most picturesque corner of the estate. Chris had his own separate dwelling, but he usually stayed with his parents.

the family boasted an extensive collection. As

indeed marry Chris, considering he was Marco's

envisioning a future of

soundproof secret chamber after leaving the living room. She closed the door and turned her attention to

"Mom—"

Fleur raised her hand, signaling him

already know," she said gravely. "This is

prepared deep-fried fish for Lena? Also, the Hamertons typically served braised Sterlet Sturgeon to their guests. With Lena

in danger!" Chris urgently exclaimed. "I've had a strange feeling these past two days! Lenny... Something must have happened to her!

hint of disdain. "You're a former special forces soldier, and you're acting so impulsively?

"Mom!"

understand that this

not Lenny!" Chris practically

his current certainty, he berated himself for taking nearly an entire day. Who knew what could have transpired during that

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