Chapter 273

Caleb, your grandpa passed away, and you’re up to bat for the funeral, Henry said, his Yolce somber as he stepped out of the car.

I eyed him with suspicion, knowing full well his visit wasn’t solely motivated by funeral arrangements.

“Your grandpa’s body is still at the morgue, waiting for a direct family member to sign off on the cremation. You wouldn’t want to leave him in limbo, would you?” Henry said, his face the picture of compassion, like a concerned elder fretting over his kin.

I frowned, realizing the true situation as I spotted the line of cars behind him, packed with reporters.

Brendan’s death was big news in the business world, and with the media circus that followed, Henry had to play his part to the hilt.

I stepped in front of Colin, speaking softly. “Colin, don’t be scared…”

With the media on our heels, Colin was safe for now.

They surely wouldn’t dare to harm him under the glaring spotlight.

Out of sight, Henry’s eyes sharpened with anger. He was irate that his attempt to dispatch Caleb on the way to the mental institution days earlier had failed, and now, with the media swarming, his hands were tied.

stood behind me, his eyes signaling to the person holding Melody to let go.

behind Colin with

Colin trusted him.

never

you helping me find Caleb. The boy has a wild streak could keep him home,” Henry said

well, his aggressiveness subdued. He was a businessman too, no different at heart

the charity gala when we can discuss the

a partnership referred to a potential alliance between the Langley Group and the Fitzgerald

a partnership with the Fitzgerald Group in full view

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back at Colin, anxious, but a barely perceptible

with the media here, he won’t touch you. Just play along for now,

my lead and watch for the right

flickering

before turning to the reporters, wiping away a tear. “Grandpa’s passing has hit Caleb hard. He’s been working through

He seemed to despise the

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