"Your body hasn't fully recovered. Eating well and sleeping well come first. Don't think too much," Jeffrey said while massaging Melanie.He was prepared for her to argue with him, but she never said a word.Jeffrey turned around and saw that she was already asleep with her head tilting sideways…She was exhausted but still wanted to read…He frowned and tucked her legs under the covers.Naturally, he was reluctant to leave. Hence, he quietly sat at the edge of her bed. He retrieved his phone and sent a message to his subordinate. "Did you bring him?"Soon, the subordinate called Jeffrey.His phone vibrated, but he hung up almost instantly. "Send a message!" He quickly replied."The Owner of Windborough Estate is here. Master, when will you see him?""There's no rush. Wait for my news."After sending the message, Jeffrey put his phone down and looked greedily at her sleeping face.When she was pregnant, she could sleep peacefully as long as he was around. He wondered if it s
"What?" The Owner of Windborough Estate stepped forward shakily until he was next to Jeffrey."Are… You…"The Owner of Windborough Estate had heard about this back when Jefford first returned to the Yancey family.Rumors had it that he looked a lot like Jeffrey…Back then, Jeffrey had not died for very long. He too suspected Jefford might have been Jeffrey.He had men secretly investigate Jefford's background. In fact, he sold many of his assets and spent a lot of money to hire private detectives. However, all of them came back with answers that Jefford and Jeffrey were not the same person.He gradually believed that they were not the same person. They only looked alike because their mothers were twins.However…"Are you really…" The Owner of Windborough Estate grabbed Jeffrey's arms with trembling hands, urging him to turn around.He had secretly looked at this face countless times in photos."That's right. I'm Jeffrey."Jeffrey nodded. "When the Yancey family rescued me, I
"The things she said were disconcerting. The maids who looked after her were all terrified. The Yancey family hired many doctors and even spiritual ones, but none of them could cure her. In fact, as she grew older, her condition became worse. The Yancey family had no choice but to change her name and send her abroad."The Owner of Windborough Estate continued to explain what happened back then. "I heard she was never in good spirits even after she grew up. She was kept locked in a yard. The Yancey family never heard from her again. Your mother told me all this…"Jeffrey nodded. This was the first time he heard about the Yancey family's past generation.He had assumed that the rumor that Yancey Group had more than two daughters was false."I'm only saying this to make myself feel better. I'm not asking for your forgiveness… You don't have to feel bad." The Owner of Windborough Estate studied his facial expression while he stared into space.Jeffrey averted his gaze. "I don't plan t
Doctors arrived and started carrying out emergency rescue on Joseph.The others were asked to leave the room.Richard frowned and gave instructions. "Go! Gather all our men and start hunting down Leo and the man he took with him!""Richard, what's going on? Who was in the secret passage?" Melanie and Yelena clasped their hands together. They wanted to know."Ahh…"Richard sighed. "At this point, there's no reason to keep it a secret. However, I need to wait for someone to come before I tell you.""Who is it?" Yelena couldn't help but ask."Maximilian," Richard replied."Maximilian?" Melanie was in shock."That's right, Miss Melanie. Maximilian was the one who told Master York about your birthright." It was out in the open now.Melanie blinked.Maximilian was Professor Marshall.Back when Professor Marshall secretly gave her the evidence about her birthright, he gave her copies of it. It turned out he had personally brought the original documents to the York family. He prove
"When Tempest was first formed, there were five of us. Later on, three others joined us," Richard explained to Melanie."Were they Joseph, Maximilian, Nathan's grandfather, and my grandfather?" Melanie asked.Richard nodded. "And your grandmother too."Melanie's eyes went wide.Richard noticed her look of surprise. "Your grandmother was an extremely smart woman. Gender wasn't an issue there."Melanie recalled something and pursed her lips.She once saw a white statue in the York family's secret passage. It was the statue of a woman.Jefford even said the statue looked a lot like her at first glance.Could that statue be carved based on Grandma's appearance?"Eagle was also one of them."Richard's voice turned deep. "Tempest began to expand its influences. People started forming pacts and sects. There were more and more split opinions."The most unacceptable one was Eagle. Eagle was good at developing various genetic drugs and weapons. The reason why we locked him up was beca
Maximilian's deathly gaze made everyone nervous. "Dr. Maximilian, was the poison administered by one of our own?" Richard asked.Maximilian withdrew his scrutinizing gaze and said, "The method of poisoning is quite unique. I've never seen it before, so I can't say for sure."Although he didn't specify, his words hinted at something. However, he didn't elaborate out of caution.Everyone present got his hint and didn’t press further. Maximilian continued with a nod. "If we continue treating with a single antidote, it will only double the side effects of the neurotoxin. This poison is the key to his illness. It’s up to you whether to believe it or not.”After saying that, Maximilian prepared to leave. Just then, a servant hurried in, reporting that Joseph had awakened.Richard and Yelena quickly went to his side. Melanie hesitated for a moment but then quickly caught up with Maximilian. "Mr. Maximilian, please wait up!""What is it?" Maximilian waited for her to speak. "Wh
"Yes, Master York."Richard pulled out the middle document for Joseph to sign. “Don’t worry, Master York. I will follow the terms in this document to assist Miss Melanie as per your instructions. Rest for now and you'll get better soon."Joseph knew that Richard was only comforting him. He sighed and slowly closed his eyes.Richard instructed the doctors to keep a close watch as Joseph was in a critical situation now. He had to hurry and make arrangements. He notified all important members of the York family to leave their residences and move into the main building where Joseph was staying. He had to combine the York family's forces to protect the main building against potential retaliation from Eagle and Leo."What about Mr. Harlow?" One of his subordinates asked.Harlow went abroad after his disgraceful transactions with Linda had been exposed. He had been working at the overseas branch for the past six months. It seemed he had no intention of returning anytime soon."Let h
"Based on what you just said and my understanding of Tempest, the person Joseph fears the most is Carson, whom you said is your grandfather. Years ago, when Carson suddenly disappeared, it was rumored that he had died. However, in reality, he was living in seclusion in Harbor City, raising your father. But why did he hide his identity again later? Was he avoiding his enemies, or was there another reason? You mentioned that Maximilian said Carson hasn’t shown up because the time isn’t right. What exactly is he waiting for?" Jeffrey had a lot of questions. "Joseph and my grandfather had a falling out back then. My grandfather is likely hiding from Joseph. The York family is holding Eagle, who is Tempest's trump card. Since Eagle is in Joseph's hands, my grandfather has to be cautious." Melanie analyzed."I've been investigating Tempest for over a year, but from what I've found, it doesn't seem that there is any business conflict between Joseph and Carson. Was it because of women?”