Chapter 179

Chapter 179

Asher emerged from the bathroom, his loosely tied bathrobe revealing just enough of his muscular chest. Droplets of water still clung to his hair.

His typically composed expression darkened immediately upon seeing the message and photos.

Well, well. Rupert Lysander. I’ve underestimated you–using a child to get close to Lia.

When had Rupert become so calculating?

Asher’s dark eyes flashed coldly.

It seemed Rupert truly wouldn’t give up until forced to.

Asher’s lips pressed into a thin line. Instead of responding to James Darwin’s message, he chose to ring Lucy’s psychologist.

The doctor had been personally recruited by Asher from abroad, with a salary he had negotiated himself, so the doctor answered any questions Asher posed without hesitation.

After inquiring about Lucy’s condition, Asher also learned about her preferences from the doctor.

Hanging up, Asher immediately called his assistant.

The next day, Asher arrived at the Winters residence bearing numerous gifts.

“I’ve come to see Lucy,” he announced.

The Blackwood household staff carried box after box of presents into the house.

“These are gifts I’ve brought for Lucy,” Asher explained. “After all, she suffered because of the Blackwood family…”

“Thanks,” Thalia responded coolly.

Asher inquired, “How is Lucy doing these days?”

He had already discussed her condition with the doctor last night, but was simply looking for ways to prolong the conversation with Thalia.

Thalia maintained her cool demeanor. “Much better.”

“That’s good to hear,” Asher said. “Where is she?”

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“Upstairs playing”

from the direction

seeing Asher, he paused min stride. “Mr. Blackwood? What brings you

I shouldn’t be here?” Aster replied coldly, “I’ve come to

good–naturedly. “Nome’s toggesting you shouldn’t be here

curious.”

“I’ve watched Lucy grow up. She’s like a sitter

the items arranged throughout the hall.

building blocks, pastels, and various other items–a colorful, elaborate

assortment.

lips curved slightly. “How thoughtful of you, Mr. Blackwood. Much

if he were

gifts for a young girl I consider family hardly requires Mr. Lysander’s gratitude.”

tension was

two? Must every conversation between you

smiled. “Not from my side. It’s Mr. Blackwood who seems to

directly at Rupert. “You’re right

appeared from upstairs, guiding Lucy and Lena down with her.

to Victoria. “Mrs. Winters.”

less warm than

things displayed in the hall, Lucy’s eyes lit up as

airs.

dolls and building blocks!” she exclaimed.

said gently, “Lucy, these are

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responded enthusiastically, “I

wore a half smile, his eyes cold.

with an expression that seemed to say: So you’ve

gleamed with amusement: What’s the matter? Can’t handle

was with the gifts,

attitude toward Asher also warmed

pleasantries with Victoria, Asher showed no

staff to take the gifts upstairs for Lucy’s convenience.

excitedly took Lena’s hand as they rushed upstairs to play.

hall, Asher and Rupert sat like two opposing

between them was frigid.

a few more pleasantries, Victoria went upstairs to be

nonetheless remained in the room–after all, both men were guests. Rupert had brought Lena to play with Lucy, and Asher had brought all those gifts. Leaving would have been poor hospitality.

sat on the sofa, idly

to engage

offering only perfunctory responses to his comments.

up professional matters that she showed

at the firm to frontier issues in legal theory.

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