Under the heiress facade

Bernard was such a troublesome stepbrother, but Chad had no way to get rid of him.

Chad put on a serious expression and said, "I'll investigate this matter thoroughly. If it really is Bernard's fault, I'll ensure that he repays you for his sins."

Anthony wiped his tears and said, "I don't need his repayment. Queenie sacrificed so much for the Killian family, so I just want him to prove her innocence! He can't stain Queenie's legacy by branding her as a murderer!"

Chad's sharp eyebrows furrowed slightly as his expression darkened. "Everything happens for a reason. Surely, Queenie's end shouldn't be a surprise to you."

Anthony almost choked, his lips flapping like he wanted to say more. However, he sensed that Chad's patience was at its limit. Anthony did not want to anger Chad and walk away with nothing, so he could only clench his fists and fight back his stubbornness.

"Chad, please bring justice to Queenie."

"I will get back to you on this after New Year's," Chad replied and waved his hand, dismissing Anthony.

Once Anthony left, Chad rubbed his throbbing temples. Every time Bernard was mentioned, he would have a headache.

"Dad, I made chicken noodle soup for you. The weather is cold, so this will warm you up."

walked out from behind a room divider with a bowl of soup. Seeing that Chad was rubbing his temples, she knew that he was feeling annoyed with Bernard's issues. She had heard

hummed and drank the

I had a good relationship

down the bowl. Nodding, he said,

just lost his way! After he gets married, he'll be alright," Aurora continued, trying to seem

Are there any suitable women among your circle of socialites? It's better if she's easy

got married and Bernard inherited the shares, it would be difficult to control

of the Chime family, is quite decent. She's well-educated and attractive

and you'll arrange for a meeting between them. If there are no major issues, we can settle on her. I'll take Bernard to the Chime family to ask for her

"Alright." Aurora smiled.

Hotel, Bernard slept for a full 48

he opened his eyes, he felt like his mind was fully refreshed and relaxed. He

Somehow, his lower body was aching slightly, which made him furrow his brows. But

and her eyebrows were lightly scrunched up as

to the water bed. He had just placed her on the bed when Hera was startled