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”

Rupert emerged from the direction of

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

Aster replied coldly, “I’ve come to sew Lesery

toggesting you shouldn’t be here as

curious.”

like a sitter to me. I’ve brought

the items arranged throughout the hall.

blocks, pastels, and various other

assortment.

thoughtful of

he were the

young girl I consider family hardly requires

tension was palpable.

temples, visibly exasperated. “Really, you two? Must every conversation between you be so charged with

from my side. It’s Mr. Blackwood who

at Rupert. “You’re right about that.

that moment, Victoria appeared from upstairs, guiding Lucy and

to Victoria. “Mrs.

was noticeably less warm

all her favorite things displayed in the hall, Lucy’s eyes lit up as she excitedly rushed down

airs.

and building blocks!” she exclaimed.

as he said gently, “Lucy,

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“I love them!”

half smile, his eyes cold.

seemed to say: So you’ve learned to approach through the children as

eyes gleamed with amusement: What’s the

how genuinely delighted Lacy was with the gifts, Victoria’s demeanor

Asher also

pleasantries with Victoria, Asher showed no signs of leaving

staff to take the

as they rushed upstairs to

sat

between them was

pleasantries, Victoria went upstairs to be with her

to be caught in the middle, 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

the sofa, idly

to engage her in

disinterested, offering only perfunctory responses to his

brought up professional matters

from discussing recent cases at the firm to frontier issues

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