chapter 229

Key's POV

The situation of the Duncan household these days was ominous, even dark, reminding me of the time when Miss Natalie passed away a few years ago and when Mr. Big had a hardened expression to bear the sadness of the loss he had to go through.

The only difference between the two events was that Miss Nicole had a much better fate than the previous Miss. Even so, some of the staff and servants working at the residence were clearly affected by the Great Master's mood and worried about our current Miss.

But in the end, the things that some people who had served the Duncan Family for a long time were worried about did not happen. Miss Nicole came through the surgery safely and soundly, improving the house's mood.

"Mom is better after the surgery, right, Key?" Richard asked me, and I immediately nodded.

"Yes, Young Master. The Great Master himself broke the news to you."

I still remember Great Master's voice, which sounded so relieved and calm when he delivered the news after he had