It must have been a long time since Zayne was last provoked by someone as the frustration he felt was written all over his face. In the end, he gritted his teeth and glared at John before marching out of the villa.

When the man was about to reach the entrance, he paused and turned around, shooting a glance one last glance at me before departing.

John scowled, “Does he really think the Ziegler family can get whatever they want in K City? Since he has the guts to pick on us, I’ll be sure to teach him a lesson!”

“John, cut it out.” I needed to keep the saga under control for the time being because the things they might be capable of had exceeded our expectations. As there were way too many variables, it would be better to lie low for the time being.

My brother finally kept his mouth shut at my warning. After we exchanged glances, he glared at Ashton before bouncing up the stairs, leaving Ashton and I alone in the living room.

Mrs. Eriksen had not seen me for a long time. After she had everything sorted out in the kitchen, she approached me with a bowl of soup and offered, “Mrs. Fuller, why don’t you finish this?”

To be honest, I was envious of Mrs. Eriksen and her bright personality. The woman became thrilled simply at another person’s presence.

Eriksen, could you give us a moment? Ashton and I have something to talk about. Please tell the others to stay away from

time. I’ll go get you something else to eat. You have been away from home all this while. I’m afraid you’re not getting the attention and care you need. Since you’re back, make sure you’re not leaving anymore, okay? Allow me to take good care of

Eriksen, please leave us alone,” Ashton interrupted her, chasing her out of the room without a second

over the soup and

was merely a few inches away from mine. It felt so

don’t you go ahead and ask

stopped hesitating and asked, “Have you long figured out that the Murphys were the ones

“Yes…” Ashton responded quietly.

you aware that my grandmother is a member of the Murphys?” Once I directed the question at him, I held my breath

me, his eyes glued to my lips. “Initially, I wasn’t aware, but after I gained authority over different people and things, I started acquiring all sorts of information, including

his words;

Grandma the mastermind behind everything?

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