Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 229

Rubbing his tired eyes, Liam asked casually, "May, who's at the door?"

"It's Dr. Lewis," she replied.

"Dr. Lewis? Who's that?" Liam's face twisted in confusion, his eyebrows nearly knitting together. He turned to Sean, who was sitting beside him, seeking some clarification.

Sean recognized the voice and, with a calm expression, said, "Let him in."

No sooner had he spoken than the door burst open. Victor strode in, clutching a thick folder, his eyes scanning the room desperately for Claire's presence.

"Where's Claire?" he muttered, his gaze darting around.

"Dr. Lewis, Miss Claire is still resting," May explained.

"May, you need to wake her up. It's urgent," Victor insisted, urgency in his voice.

uncertain, glancing at Sean

as he addressed Victor, his voice a low rumble imbued with authority, "If you're

encounter with Sean felt like standing in the presence of a force

combination of wealth, looks, and commanding presence. Compared to Sean, even the brightest young stars like Brian and Ethan

downfall, aren't you?" he accused, pausing before adding, "Aren't

the room shifted, becoming tense and charged. Sean, Liam, Grace, and May all exchanged knowing

collective gaze, silently cursing himself. Perhaps Claire, given her history with the Linwoods,

breath to steady himself, Victor tried to appear calm. "I really do have something important

eyes fixed

have some leads on Claire's

an eerie silence. Sean's eyes

to stay awake, instantly perked up, sitting bolt upright. Grace and May both stared

froze in place, almost dropping

to May. "May, go fetch Ms.