Madame Agnes gave Charlie Sr. a sharp look as she lounged in her chair, but spoke in a calm tone. "Charlie, I want you to understand where I stand. Chloe is your wife, and that's final," she said icily. Charlie Sr. got up from his seat and shot a glance at his grandmother, but didn't say another word. He strode out of the living room and let out a deep breath as soon as he stepped outside. He and his entourage left Madame Agnes's mansion, and when he reached home, he stayed awake all night, unable to sleep. He stared intently at his phone, lost in thought.As he breathed a sigh of relief, his phone suddenly rang, prompting him to answer it quickly."Stones, any news on Margaret's whereabouts?" Charlie Sr. asked impatiently. "We've spotted some activity on Daniel's end. He was seen at the hospital," Stones replied over the phone. "Okay, keep investigating," Charlie Sr. said, clenching his fists in frustration.After hanging up, he paced anxiously in the corridor before sending a me
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