No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 818

"Alright, everyone's here, let's get started!"

Conrad announced calmly, his demeanor as steady as ever. He was like an impartial observer, even when dealing with his father's death, going through the motions with an eerie composure. It was a stark contrast to how he used to be; now, it seemed like nothing could shake him.

Dustin quietly donned his black suit, matching the somber occasion, while Ernest stood by, almost as if he belonged to the Wagner family. But everyone knew the history-Ernest had his own reasons for animosity, considering his father had also perished in that car crash alongside Conrad's father.

Ernest's compliance was puzzling, especially for someone with his background. It was out of character for him to be so obediently following Dustin, raising eyebrows all around.

"Hey, what's the deal with Ernest? Did they slip something in his coffee?" Fanny's voice broke through my thoughts, her suspicion evident.

I shrugged. "Beats me. Maybe Dustin's got some dirt on him."

"Dustin's a real piece of work," Fanny muttered, clenching her jaw.

gaze fixed on Ernest.

my finger

voice cut through the

missing, and the funeral was about to begin. Where

and I headed to Jacqueline's room. As I pushed open the door,

I

no response. I took a tentative step forward.

words died in my throat as I froze on the

of her mouth. A sudden, dreadful thought flashed through my

Wagner..." It was Dahlia, the housekeeper. Her eyes widened in

snapped back to reality, my voice shaky. "Dahlia, get Conrad.

panic in her voice. "Something's wrong with

soon after. I held Jacqueline's hand, still warm, yet unmistakably