Just as Angelo was scrambling for words, one of Colby's men burst in from outside. He hesitated for a moment when he spotted Sophie, then awkwardly sidled up to Colby, looking like he wanted to share something in private.

"Boss..."

Seeing everyone's curious gazes, Colby said, "No need to whisper, just say it."

"Yes, sir!" The man straightened up and reported, "The Burke mansion caught fire. The flames spread quickly, and the place is completely burned down!"

A heavy silence fell over the room.

Colby shot his man an icy look.

The man felt a shiver run down his spine.

Hadn't the boss just said there were no outsiders here?

suddenly exclaimed, "The Burke mansion? On fire? Oh my God, that's huge! Wasn't Mr.

Another awkward silence ensued.

at Angelo and said, "Brother, could you have picked a worse moment to bring

already at each other's throats, their feud

scandal of James's affair

has Bea in charge. Besides, as Mr. Pei mentioned, I'm the ex-wife.

right, that was thoughtless

at the Burke mansion. Speaking of which, I just remembered I left the gas on at home. We should head back. Sandy, say our goodbyes to Mrs. Costello

hurry, started pulling Sandy away. Sandy, still

waved back at Sophie and Colby,

are you dragging me?

"However, the fire has been put out, and the police found a charred female body,

man and gave him a swift kick. "Why didn't you mention that

man, looking aggrieved, said, "Boss...

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