A snake in the grass

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Vincent stole a glance at Emily, who sat next to him, as he parked the car. "Are you sure you're alright?" he asked with concern.

After witnessing her tearful breakdown, he had driven her to the Manchester Residence in his car. But he only parked by the roadside, outside the mansion.

Emily nodded. "Uhm."

He smiled reassuringly. "Okay."

Taking her phone from her hand, he typed in a few things before handing it back to her.

"Bye," he waved.

Emily mustered a faint smile as she stepped out of the car, expressing her gratitude to Vincent repeatedly. Waving at him, she made her way up the driveway.

Joel's body went rigid as he stared at the CCTV monitor. He gritted his teeth, watching Emily wave at the person in the car. But he was unable to see the person's face as the windows were tinted and wound up.

He rose from his seat and walked out of his study, strolling down the corridor until he reached the banister. There, he placed his hands on the railing, observing as Emily slowly made