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“Also, why hasn’t anyone tried to confirm whether he’s dead or alive? The bulk of your family was in a hurry to publicly announce his death after failing to contact him. Not to mention, you and your family members wasted no time battling over your family’s inheritance,” Darius added. He leaned against the car, eyes boring into Austin with curiosity.Only Austin could see the former’s expression as he lay on the ground, facing directly at Darius, who looked down at him. His eyes darted left and right as he thought, “Shit. I’m in deep trouble now. This guy’s right—no one has bothered to look for my nominal father, even though it’s been a while since he vanished. The only people searching for him are my stupid stepsister and this guy. However, I’m pretty sure Kate doesn’t know him because she’s an idiot. Contrarily, this guy clearly has superior wealth and abilities. Guys like him would never associate themselves with Kate, who only invites trouble into her life. That must mean this gu

Darius seemed very composed and did not even open his eyes while he nodded. Then, he opened his eyes, saying, “I’ve considered the possibility of this.”He rested his arm against the car window, fists curling as he continued wearily, “Given Austin’s age, he wouldn’t have the guts to behave this way if he didn’t have someone influential supporting him. Not to mention, he could never afford such an expensive sports car.”His deduction garnered a sharp inhale from Erin.“Judging from his looks, someone must’ve told him about his relationship with William not long ago while spoiling him rotten to gain his trust. When I got close to him earlier, I noticed he had sunburn marks on his body and calloused hands—something only manual laborers develop,” said Darius. He leaned further into the car seat, his eyes narrowing. “That person must’ve lied to Austin. Also, I bet said person owns some of Anderson Group shares. Otherwise, Austin wouldn’t have believed them.”“Try investigating from this an

However, just as Maurice was about to say the word, he paused before shaking his head.Edward raised both brows in confusion, not expecting this to happen. Immediately after, his brows furrowed tightly, and he wanted to ask why. That was when Edward caught sight of a hinting look from Darius. He immediately fell silent but secretly panicked, unable to hide the growing anxiety in his eyes as he stared at the blond boy.Maurice’s gaze was downcast, his fingers twiddling while tears brimmed in his eyes. He willed himself to hold his breath. Not wanting anyone to see him break down, he kept his head down. Still, he replied loudly, “That’s a huge decision. Before I decide, I have to ask my adoptive mother’s opinion.”He then raised his head and no longer concealed his emotions, earnestly saying, “It doesn’t matter how she treated me before. Without her, I might not have survived until now. Plus, she’s given me plenty of financial aid throughout my life. I never expected her to treat me l

Austin’s brows crinkled closer. His head shot upward as his eyes pierced through Kate, hoping to catch her off guard and see what she thought. Everything went as he predicted, but sadly, he did not see what he wanted in her eyes; there was a whirlwind of fear, anger, dissatisfaction, hurt, and many more emotions. The one feeling absent in her gaze was a raging desire for him to die. Before looking at her, he assumed she only felt hatred at that instant. If he had to dig deeper, he would have guessed there was a sadistic joy in her eyes, eager to see him die. Yet, reality turned out different from what he had expected. Every part of his body tensed while a frosty aura radiated from him. It contrasted with Kate’s warm and inviting presence, something he refused to welcome with open arms.Kate lowered her head, simultaneously shivering as though the air was cold. It took her a while to discern what the boy’s pointed stare meant; eventually, she realized he was angry. Still, she assume

“I’ve always wanted live in a normal family, but I never got it. That’s why I’ve lost all hope of having that life.” While speaking, he leaned against the backseat, sighing deeply.Only silence came from Darius as his nostrils slightly flared without anyone noticing. The coppery stench of blood then hung at the back of his throat. It grew when Edward’s footsteps came closer to their car.At that moment, Darius knew things had gotten settled.Maurice had been looking out the car window for some time now. Thus, he saw everything that happened. Now that Edward had returned, Maurice turned to look at Darius with a complicated expression.All he asked was, “Mr. Reid? Are you someone with loads of money?”Darius instantly understood what the boy meant and responded with an unexpectedly calm tone, “That I am. However, I don’t think poorer people should get killed at random or have their dignity attacked by others. I know what you’re thinking—I shouldn’t have executed Austin Anderson.”Those