جميع فصول : الفصل -الفصل 600

"Being watched…" Dominic spun a lighter in his hand, almost unconsciously. After a moment, he smiled faintly.He had never intended to use his soul ability on Elijah. In truth, although he possessed this ability, he had encountered few souls, and most carried deep regrets that made them unsuitable as weapons.Over all this time, only Tom had proven suitable. The man had been a complete jerk. Later, with Lydia, Dominic had deliberately guided events, step by step, until she also became a weapon.As for other souls, Dominic acted more like a ferryman. He helped them resolve their lingering regrets and never considered using them.Now, however, the timing felt right."I want to see whether, with my current strength, I can handle the Grants…" Dominic muttered, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.He then called Andriana.She answered with a smile. "Dominic, what's the plan?"Dominic smiled in return. "I have something to discuss. I want to find a quiet place to talk. By the way, did

Dominic spoke plainly. "The Grants of Skyline City."A flicker of surprise crossed Andriana's eyes, but she did not press for details. Instead, she asked, "How should I cooperate?"They talked by the lake for about 20 minutes. Dominic did most of the speaking while Andriana listened.When they had covered everything, he said, "Alright, that settles it. It's windy out. Let's head back."Andriana nodded. "Okay."Later, Dominic drove her home, or rather, to Evan's residence.The Quinns were not an old-money dynasty, but their assets exceeded a billion dollars. They lived in Skyline Bay, the most upscale villa district in Skyline City.Property there reached six figures per square feet, and any villa cost tens of millions.After she stepped out of the car, Andriana said, "I'll visit you at the office later."Dominic nodded. "Alright."He then drove straight to Orn Lake.As soon as he reached the island at the center, he spotted a lively figure at the villa gate, peering out with

Dominic wanted to laugh. Jessica said it as if he had wanted to get hurt. But seeing how sincere the little troublemaker was, he held it in."Last time was an emergency," he said.Jessica pouted. "I know you did it to protect my cousin. But can't you be a little selfish? If I'm ever in danger, you're not allowed to protect me like that either. Got it?"Dominic only laughed. Of course he did not agree. He smiled and pulled her into an embrace.Wrapped in his warmth, Jessica felt as if she were in the safest harbor in the world. Heat spread through her body, and her eyes curved into crescents.Then Dominic asked, "What do you want to eat? I'll cook for you."Jessica's face lit up. "I want grilled green peppers, pan-seared steak, and soup…"She did not hold back. She rattled off five or six dishes in a row.Dominic smiled and nodded, then headed into the kitchen.Jessica stayed in the living room for less than five minutes before she gave in and went to find him.Two hours later

Autumn's face remained flawless, though she looked slightly worn.The moment she entered the office and saw Dominic, her eyes lit up.Dominic rose with a smile. "Sit."Autumn nodded and took a seat on the couch. "Were you busy in Eastmere?""Not really. What's wrong?" Dominic asked.Autumn's expression softened into quiet grievance. She lowered her head and spoke gently. "I texted you, but you barely replied. And when I called… your ex-sister-in-law answered."A flicker of guilt crossed Dominic's mind. He had been focused on Jessica and had indeed neglected Autumn.At the same time, he thought Isabella had grown more shrewd. Knowing Autumn's temperament, she had let Katherine handle it directly.He smiled and shifted the topic. "I was probably tied up with something, and my phone happened to be with Katherine. By the way, you haven't gone home these past few days?""No." Autumn lifted her head, her expression firm. "My mom's been too much. I've been staying in the school dorm.

After Autumn left, Dominic turned his attention to the Grants.Elijah had the nerve to call and provoke him, as if he had no sense of what death meant. After Dominic made his move, the Grants had weakened to an almost laughable state.The loss of their wealth was secondary. The most devastating blow was the collapse of their official connections.This was the fallout from their attempt to frame Dominic. Most of Skyline City's senior officials had since cut ties with the Grants. Not long ago, their heir, Zachary, had also died suddenly at home.The Grants were no longer comparable to the Sinclairs of Eastmere.A cold glint flickered in Dominic's eyes as he made a few more calls, arranging meetings for the next day.…That afternoon, he left work with Katherine while Jewel watched from the side. A trace of gloom crossed her face, and her smile turned faintly bitter.Dominic did not notice.He and Katherine picked up Lilith and went straight home.Lilith was doing her homework.