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No one seemed to know where the news came from at first, but it spread especially fast.
At first, people were skeptical. But after the first group visited Carlson in the hospital and saw his beaten body for themselves, the rumors were confirmed.
Despite having a whole bunch of servants and bodyguards, none of them noticed what happened or came to his rescue.
If the butler hadn’t gone to see him for something, who knows how long he would have been lying on the balcony floor?
This was so humiliating!
After the first two people who went to the hospital came back, the news was confirmed and it spread even further. With at mixture of curiosity and a desire to verify the truth, they all decided to go and see for themselves,
At that time, Carlson was still lying unconscious in the hospital bed, his wounds already treated.
He lay there, his face bruised and swollen, and someone even took a few pictures, which were seen by all those who didn’t
This time, he really lost face.
Carlson couldn’t accept this humiliation. He shut his eyes, his face turning ashen. He stayed completely silent–so still he might have passed out.
In the dead of night, he was so angry that he couldn’t sleep
The butler didn’t dare to speak either. The atmosphere was quiet and strange..
After beating up Carlson, Grave took the account book and went back. After returning to the Holmes family, he handed things over to Wendy and ran to the kitchen to find something to eat.
He had been assigned tasks as soon as he got up this morning, and he left without eating.
So he had gone easy on Carlson earlier.
When she took the account book, Wendy gave him a strange look, obviously aware that he had beaten Carlson into the hospital to vent his anger. But she didn’t say anything, probably acquiescing.
After taking two steps out, probably thinking of something, she turned around and instructed him, “Grave, it’s fine if you act recklessly on your own, but don’t let your violence affect Miss Adler.”
Grave said nothing and, with a sullen face, prepared to leave.
Wendy called out to him. This was really important, so she asked in a serious tone. “Did you hear what I just
She looked like she wouldn’t let him leave unless he answered her.
Grave just nodded impatiently. He was starving and wanted to get to the kitchen.
He was indeed perfunctory because he didn’t really listen.
By that evening, he had already forgotten what Wendy had told him.
While taking a walk with Yvonne, they had a rare conflict with someone.
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It happened in the park behind the Holmes residence. The park had the large al lake in all of Sene Gry and was a popolar local attraction.
It was even livelier at night, with many elderly people coming to take a walk after dinner.
The kids were about to be on vacation, so there were even more people than usual
Jeremy was carrying Yvonne in his arms as he walked in front. Grave traced behind them, two steps behind. There were of people here, and he couldn’t help but feel a little socially anxious, though the dim evening light offered sligh
He was in no mood to appreciate the surrounding bustle and scenery. All he could think about was when these two people would finish shopping and go back
Jeremy, bursting with youthful energy, had other plans.
As they were walking, they saw some antique stalls on the ground. Like a moth to flame, he was drawn irresistibly forward
Yvonne immediately tensed in his arms, tugging at his clothes and whispering in his ear. “Let’s go. Jeremy, this isn’t fun
Jeremy, of course, didn’t listen. Didn’t he know whether it was fun or not?
The people standing around were all elderly men, and the moment he stepped in, he lowered the average age of onlookers.
He didn’t bring his phone today. When he saw the things in the stall, he lowered his eyes and asked Yvonne in his arms. “Yvonne, do you have any money? Let’s buy something and go home to play.”
Yvonne’s delicate features froze in blank astonishment. After a long pause, she shook her head slowly.
She was just a child. Where would she get money
“Alright.” A little disappointed, Jeremy wasn’t giving up yet.
He looked at Grave, who had been following behind them. Even in the dim light, Grave could see the excitement in Jeremy’s eyes. “Grave, do you have any?” he asked expectantly
It was the first time anyone had ever asked to borrow money from Grave. The feeling was quite novel to him.
He didn’t say anything but silently took out his phone, his intention quite clear.
He had money, and he could give it to Jeremy right now.
Although he didn’t say a word, he was super generous with his money.
Grave had a fortune, but he didn’t know how to spend it. Perhaps that was how low the material desires of an assassin were
He racked his brains for a long time and finally decided that after earning a little more, he would give all the money to Tinley and ask her to find someone to build another villa for him on the small island.
He had no connections and didn’t know anyone, so it was more reliable to ask Tinley for help.
As he looked down at his phone, a small, soft, white hand suddenly rested on his wrist.
He knew who the owner of the hand was just by looking at it.
He looked up and, sure enough, it was Yvonne.
Yvonne, who was being held level with him, placed her right hand on his wrist and shook her head nervously as they made
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ent was so subtle it was almost imperceptible
The movement was so
It was so dark that even Jeremy didn’t notice, but Grave did.
After all, he used to be a killer, so it was normal for him to have exceptional eyesight.
Not only did Grave see her shake her head, but he also saw her chubby cheeks and the expression on her face.
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The little hand only stayed on his wrist for two seconds before it was quickly withdrawn, as if afraid of being seen.
She stealthily put it away, pretending that nothing had happened.
“Hey, this kid. Grave knew what she meant. She didn’t want him to give Jeremy money,
But perhaps out of sheer contrariness, he pretended not to notice. He handed his phone to Jeremy, even sharing the payment password.
He really didn’t care about money, probably because all his other material needs had been met.
Besides, Jeremy was the heir of the Adler family next door. Even though he stayed on the island all year round, he knew that the Adler family was a big family on par with the Holmes family. So there was no way Jeremy would cover his little money.
Being trusted like this made Jeremy very happy. When he took the phone, he handed Yvonne in his arms to Grave
“Thanks, Grave. Let’s add each other on WhatsApp when we get back, and I’ll return all the money I used tonight.”
He was a good boy who took the initiative to return the money. Grave, who rarely acknowledged others, said coldly. “Okay”
Jeremy turned and squeezed into the stall.
Jeremy had spent the past few days cramming books on antique appraisal and history, all recommended by Kenny. He felt he had made rapid progress and now was the perfect time to put his newfound knowledge to the test.
He was determined to redeem himself!
Grave, left behind with Yvonne, held her stiffly. Suddenly, he heard her sigh. Looking down, he saw the adorable little girl with a dejected expression, a far cry from the curious child she was upon arrival.
“What’s wrong? Does she suddenly get depressed?
uld return to sleep.
Grave didn’t ask further, considering this a good thing. The sooner she lost interest, the sooner they could
Yvonne was indeed down. Unhappy, she puffed out her cheeks like a grumpy pufferfish, her big, round, black eyes fixed on Grave. Her childish voice was full of disapproval
“Mr. Sterling, didn’t you see my hand just now?” She had risked being discovered by Jeremy to give him a hint!
“I did,” Grave replied succinctly.
Her downcast eyes widened. Her big eyes stared at him in disbelief, her voice drawing out. “Why?”
Why did he still give the money to Jeremy!
“I gave it because I wanted to.” He answered capriciously.
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Perhaps she didn’t expect to hear such an answer. Her big watery eyes stared blankly for a moment, then she turned to at Jeremy who had been swallowed by the crowd. The heartbroken expression on her face grew even stronger. Although she had been dozing off that night, she remembered clearly that as soon as Jeremy squatted down next to these
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strange things, he was attracted to them as it his body was glued them and
Yvonne didn’t understand, but she really wasn’t interested in the things
She wanted to wander around, not want here hoped
Yvonne was hearthaken, and Grave was not much better
Ten minutes later, Jeremy, who never smiled, spoke expressionlessly to Yeone in him. He you but events ther When are you going back to sleep?
Yvonne, being asked, leaned weakly against him, her eyes closed as it she was about to ta
“It’s not up to me now.”
Before Grave could even ask, she said, “You are going to ask when Jeremy is lewing”
By this time, Jeremy was already nowhere to be found in the crowd.
Looking at the unfamiliar faces coming and going, Grave had a bad feeling to confirm his booth, ed. “How long do it usually take Jeremy to buy things?”
“I don’t know,” Yvonne was already drowsy. She only perked up when she heard the sound, shook her linde head, and replied. “Jeremy likes these things a lot. He will play for a long time”
The long time” in a child’s mouth was not a reliable reference, Grave thought for a moment, woke her up, and asked “Compared to the time you spent playing with the other little girl at the Allem residence, which one is longer?
Yvonne thought for a moment and then said without hesitation, “Jeremy takes longer
She didn’t feel the passage of time at all when she was playing with Anna, but when she was waiting for her brother, the felt that time was particularly long
After saying that, she closed her eyes and was ready to go back to sleep. She rested her head on Grave’s shoulder, her sof voice filled with drowsiness.
“Thank you, Mr. Sterling. Hold me tight. I’m going to sleep now.
What a polite child
But Grave had a heart of stone. He coldly woke up the sleepy Yvonne, as if to say. If I can’t sleep, neither do you
When Yvonne, sleepy–eyed and drowsy, asked him what he was doing, he said coldly. “Don’t sleep, let’s go find Jeremy. You‘ tell him to go home.
“Okay,” said Yvonne.
Yvonne responded obediently. She rubbed her eyes, forced herself awake, and searched the passing crowd
Grave was also searching. Perhaps his eyesight wasn’t as good as Yvonne’s, but he had received professional training, and he was the fastest and most accurate at finding people.
After walking for a few minutes, he spotted Jeremy’s figure.
Afraid that Jeremy would run away again, he hurried after Jeremy.
In the next second, an arm thrust in from the side, shoving him back two steps.
An elderly woman, leading her grandson by hand, turned to look at him with displeasure. Watch where you’re going” she
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snapped, glaring up at him. “No respect for elders nowadays!”
With that, she pulled her grandson along and slowly shuffled in front of Grave.
Grave glanced at Jeremy’s retreating figure as he merged into the crowd. Thinking of his own sleep. Grave was anxious to catch up with Jeremy and ignored the person in front of him.
He tried to get around the two, but the dense crowd forced accidental contact.
The woman’s temper flared again. She suddenly reached out and grabbed Grave’s arm, looking him up and down. His silence seemed to mark him as an easy target in her mind, someone she could bully without consequence.
Her eyes narrowed, and she let out a snort before suddenly speaking, her tone obviously unconcerned.
“What’s the rush? As if you’re the only one in a hurry.”
Her voice was loud, overbearing, and shrill, immediately attracting the attention of passersby.
The angrier the elderly woman got, the more animated she became, letting go of her grandson’s hand and gesturing wildly
“Look at all these people. Everyone is in a hurry. Why are you pushing and shoving?”
Her words seemed neutral, and those around who didn’t know the truth subconsciously stood behind her.
Grave didn’t bother to talk to her. He shook off her hand and walked forward without a word.
By this time, he could no longer see Jeremy. There were too many people, and he didn’t know where Jeremy had been squeezed to.
Seeing that he was unwilling to talk to her, the woman became unhappy.
Seeing her hand being thrown away, she felt that it was a sign of weakness, and she became even angrier. This time, she reached out and grabbed his arm.
Her tone was full of command, as if she was superior. “Stop! Don’t y
you have any munners?”
She had already forgotten where she had left her grandson
Being stopped repeatedly, Grave couldn’t help but get angry.
He frowned slightly. He was already in a bad mood because he had lost Jeremy, and now it was even worse.
“Let go,” he said coldly, his gaze fixed on the woman with the detached indifference one might reserve for a corpse.
Perhaps his gaze was so intimidating that the woman took a step back in fear.
However, realizing her retreat, she felt a surge of shame and anger.
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