Even though they had a big family, everyone had their own thoughts, and the atmosphere at the table was not as relaxed as it should be.Occasionally, someone would chat in a low voice, but most of the time, they ate in silence, creating a somewhat stifling atmosphere."Damien, you asked all of us to come back, but why aren't you saying anything?" Dillon felt pressured by Mr. Riddle Sr.'s gaze, so he tried to shift everyone's attention."I've been coming back frequently these days and felt that the house still feels quite empty as I am alone. So, I wanted everyone to come back and liven things up," Damien calmly responded, seeing through Dillon's thoughts.Dillon's expression froze for a moment, resenting the fact that Damien seemed determined to hold him accountable. 'How annoying!'"Let's eat," Mr. Riddle Sr. said, not wanting to listen to their endless arguments."Alright, let's eat," Dillon replied, deciding to stay silent from now on and act like he was invisible.With Dillo
Karen knew Gloria was blaming her and said displeasingly, "I was just being nice. It's not like I did it on purpose.""Karen, no one said you did. But if you can't even hold a spoon steadily, why don't you let someone else do the job?" Daniel was irritated, annoyed that Karen could still act so righteous after she had burned someone."I'll do it." Emma came to the rescue when she noticed the unsettled mood of the room. Everyone was together having a meal, and it would not look good if they argued in front of Mr. Riddle Sr.Emma began to serve the soup to everyone while the others calmed down. However, the atmosphere in the room was even more eerie.Gloria, face pale, worried about Nicole as Daniel softly comforted her. Deep down, Karen was quite satisfied with the situation now, but she did not dare to show it and pretended to look aggrieved. In fact, she had done it on purpose.Just as Nicole was about to refill her bowl, Karen had let go of her spoon to let it fall into the soup
"We should go down too," Sean said to Nicole calmly.Nicole shrugged, standing up. "Let's go then."It was best to leave discreetly after achieving their goals since the trap had already been set. Soon the two went downstairs and back to the dining table."Nicole, is your arm alright?" Gloria asked in concern.Nicole smirked and comforted her, "No big deal. I applied some ointment. It'll be better after a few days of rest."Gloria continued to worry about Nicole. She decided to wait until they got home to ask again. She understood Nicole could not simply accuse Karen with so many people present. It was best to settle down for now."Since you're fine, come join us," Mr. Riddle Sr. said while his gaze landed on Nicole's arm."Don't worry, Grandpa. I'm fine." Nicole chuckled, deliberately moving her arms."Be careful. Don't move it around," Mr. Riddle Sr. admonished with concern.Nicole then turned to the crowd, reassuring, "There's no need to worry, guys. Let's eat.""Right, co
A smirk appeared on Nicole's lips when she noticed Karen's visibly agitated appearance. She genuinely hoped Karen would go up and check the situation. It's hard to even imagine how suspicious Karen would look once people start to notice how involved she was during the situation.The dining room fell into silence, everyone waiting quietly. All had the same thought in mind, thinking what could have happened.Finally, Mr. Riddle Sr. returned downstairs with heavy steps."Dad, what's wrong? You don't look well." Daniel instantly got up, helping Mr. Riddle Sr. to sit on the couch.In such circumstances, no one was in the mood to enjoy their meal. Therefore, everyone gathered in the living room."Dad, did something bad happen?" Dexter asked with concern."Well..." Mr. Riddle Sr. sighed. "Someone broke into the house.""Is anything missing?" Dillion asked, with an unusual expression. 'Damien gathered us all here today, and coincidentally there was a break-in at home? The Riddle manor h
Nicole had humiliated Raine just a while ago, so there was no way Raine would let Nicole off the hook now.Nicole raised an eyebrow. "Guilty? Did you see me do it?""Only Sean and you went upstairs just now, and now something has happened. Can you really blame us for suspecting you?" Raine grew more convinced as she thought about it. At first, Raine just wanted to press Nicole's buttons, but now she realized only Sean and Nicole had gone upstairs.Hearing Raine's words, Karen immediately chimed in. "Now that you've mentioned it, there were indeed only you two who went upstairs."Nicole moved her arms and said meaningfully, "Have you forgotten why I went upstairs?"Karen turned stiff. It was a spur-of-the-moment decision to provoke Nicole. If she had not done it, Nicole would have had no reason to go upstairs."Maybe she hit your spot. If you hadn't been burned, you might have other excuses to go upstairs," Raine said indignantly, convinced that something was wrong with Nicole."
"Don't worry. It'll be back." Mr. Riddle Sr. stood up.Seeing Mr. Riddle Sr. preparing to go back to his room, the butler asked, "You haven't finished your dinner. Why don't you eat some more?""I'll pass. I have no appetite." Mr. Riddle Sr. sighed.The butler helped Mr. Riddle Sr. up the stairs and comforted him, "Don't worry, Nicole would never do such a thing. It must be a coincidence.""I know she didn't." A thought flashed through Mr. Riddle Sr.'s mind then. It seemed as if Nicole was giving that person a chance to commit the crime. Perhaps Nicole had already figured something out.Mr. Riddle Sr.'s decision to have the four families investigate was merely a compromise. The situation happened right under their nose when everyone was present. It was only natural to have everyone investigate it. No matter the result, the outcome would be accepted collectively. However, Mr. Riddle Sr. still held hope in Nicole, thinking she might know something.Meanwhile, Damien and Dillion had
"Come on, you're the boss. I'll come to get the result when the time comes." Preston was still happy after being scolded. He cheerfully got into the car and left."Hey, I didn't promise you anything." Steve rolled his eyes in exasperation. This was not what he meant by asking Preston to leave.Ellar's expression lit up as he realized the cheat code and bowed toward Steve. "Thank you, Steve. I'll also be leaving now."Ellar then quickly pulled Dexter and Emma into the car and ran away, fearing that he had to stay back to investigate the matter."Hey! You guys have gone too far!" Steve fumed, anger boiling in him. 'How could they? They actually shifted all the responsibilities to me, and are waiting to take advantage of what I find!'Looking at the empty crowd, Steve rolled his eyes in frustration."Steve, you have to investigate this matter thoroughly. After all, it concerns your older brother and sister," Gloria said with a worried look.Seeing Gloria's concern, Steve could only
As Nicole was thinking of Preston and Ellar, she helplessly shook her head and chuckled softly. She wondered if Mr. Riddle Sr. would be angry if he knew about Preston and Ellar's behavior when the property deeds for the Riddle family manor were lost.'Even if they believed me, aren't they curious about who exactly took them?'Meanwhile, Damien had already returned home."Go upstairs and check on Chloe," Damien said, glancing at Miley."Okay," Miley replied and went upstairs."Dad, any updates?" Everett eagerly waited until Miley's figure disappeared at the top of the stairs before asking.Damien shook his head. "No.""Why is it taking so long?" Everett furrowed his brows slightly as his expression turned solemn."Don't worry. The arrangements were made with trustworthy people. They won't have other intentions," Damien whispered. Besides, those things were only useful in his hands, and not in anyone else's."I'm just worried that delays may lead to more complications." Everett'