Chapter 1339:

Eileen pinched Bryan’s waist, her disapproval clear. “What nonsense are you spouting?”

Bryan’s explanation came slowly. “I’m merely stating the facts. Jacob is easily provoked. That’s hardly my fault.”

Jacob’s temple throbbed, thoroughly riled up.

Phoebe pressed her fingers to her forehead, sighing. “Eileen, you should pray before delivery. Let’s hope your son doesn’t inherit Bryan’s sharp tongue. Bryan has driven Jacob to the brink countless times!”

Eileen laughed softly. “They’ve always been like this, bickering. You should be used to it by now.”

She remembered her days as Bryan’s assistant when every visit here had devolved into chaos, with Jacob being driven furious by Bryan. But it was all in jest—Jacob and Bryan had always been the closest among them.

Jacob would feel odd

bite,” Phoebe said, pulling Eileen aside. She then whispered, “But he’s still useful. We’ve

instantly. She leaned in, her voice barely above a whisper.

Onaland, just as we thought. Jacob’s investigation revealed he worked briefly as a construction worker. Only for about two weeks before he stopped. Jacob’s digging

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from afar, showed him hauling iron pipes, pushing bricks, and

as she looked at the photos again. “This kid, at least he’s working hard

voice firm. “If we locate him, tell me first. Don’t let

stared at her, bewildered.

man with his own pride and plans. The best we can do is not

realized he must have known Milford was

Bryan’s words, understanding dawned on her

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