Phil let out another long sigh. "We'll adapt. For now, we can only take it one step at a time. But most importantly, we have to confirm Belle's identity first," he commented in a low voice.As soon as he mentioned that, Cedric wore a troubled expression. "I used to think that Ms. Xenia was close with Belle. "Then, we could obtain her DNA sample from Ms. Xenia. Looks like that's not a feasible plan anymore."Suddenly, Phil felt a headache coming as he thought of Xenia. "Where is she?""She has gone to the Wallers' residence."Phil was puzzled. "The Wallers' residence? What is she doing there?""The Waller family's daughter has gone missing. Her parents are worried sick, so Ms. Xenia went over to accompany them," answered Cedric. However, Phil furrowed his brows upon hearing that. "Look at the situation we're in! How could she still be in the mood to spend time with others?"What's the use of having a granddaughter like her? It's better to have a grandson!"Phil had always wan
At the same time, Gabriel was sitting on the couch in Trent's house. Gabriel crossed his legs and asked, "Is that all?"Trent nodded repeatedly. It was evident that he was afraid of Gabriel. "I've said everything I should say. That's all.""Why does it sound like a grand declaration of love from Grayson?" Gabriel muttered with his eyes narrowed. Trent replied, "I'm not lying! If you don't believe me, you can ask the others. Grayson publicly confessed his feelings at the banquet."Gabriel nodded in response. "Is there anything else apart from this?"Thinking about it carefully, Trent said, "I started recording as soon as I entered. You've seen it, right? Other than that, I've told you everything. There really is nothing else.""That's it, then," Gabriel replied while nodding thoughtfully. As he spoke, he rose to his feet. Trent observed cautiously. However, as he kept his gaze on Gabriel, his pupils suddenly dilated. Before he could even scream, Trent fell backward. In the ne
The woman chuckled upon hearing that. "Look at how proud you are! I'm sure you like her a lot.""Yup, I do."She laughed heartily again. "In that case, I hope both of you will spend the rest of your lives together. I'll also pray for your health. That's right. Stay healthy and be safe!"Gabriel laughed after hearing what she said. Then, he asked, "It's so late already, and you're still selling sweet potatoes here. Aren't you cold?""I don't have a choice. My luck hasn't been great. My husband passed away early, and I have two grandchildren to take care of."The vendor added, "As long as I work harder, the kids will have a better life."As she spoke, she passed the sweet potatoes to him. "Be careful, they're hot."He nodded while taking out his wallet. He glanced at his wallet, took out all the money, and gave it to the vendor. "There are some homeless people up ahead. Please share the sweet potatoes with them. You should go home now," said Gabriel.The woman's eyes widened in
Scott noticed how worried he looked. "I know you're still worried about the Fleming family, but the Strauss family is safe for now. That's a good thing."Robert nodded in agreement.Suddenly, both Scott's and Robert's phones rang at the same time. They both heard the exact same news, which was that Trent was dead."He's dead? Are you serious? What happened?" Scott asked in shock.When he heard the other end's reply, he said, "Okay. Got it."Right after hanging up, Scott asked Robert, "You heard about it too, right?" "Yes.""I really didn't expect to hear that Trent died. Apparently, he got killed in his own house with a slash to the throat. They still haven't gotten the suspect," Scott said in disbelief. "Someone like Trent probably has surveillance cameras and guards everywhere. How could anyone have made it past those? This murderer is definitely a force to be reckoned with. "I don't know why they killed Trent, but I'm on their side for now. That person is a hero for kill
Belle still wasn't awake by the time Grayson got home.Scott and Robert were sitting on the living room sofa. Scott immediately glared at him the moment he walked in.Grayson gave him the same attitude right back. However, he was very polite to Claire."How's Patrick? Did he wake up at all last night?" she asked. She was worried about her son. Since Belle was still asleep, she couldn't help herself from asking Grayson about him.Grayson replied, "He slept very well last night. He slept in Belle's arms the whole time.""Did he have any nightmares?""None that I noticed."Touched, Claire said, "He always has nightmares at home. He usually gets startled awake in the middle of the night. It looks like he really does feel safe with Belle."Yolanda said, "Go upstairs and see if they're awake yet. If they are, ask them to come down for breakfast.""Okay."Grayson went upstairs. He noticed that Belle and Patrick were still asleep. Patrick was still in Belle's arms. It was a warm sigh
Belle didn't know what Grayson was up to. She looked at him and accepted the bracelet.Claire was overjoyed. "From now on, you're my daughter!"Grayson looked even happier than Claire was. "Yes! From now on, Belle is basically Robert's sister!"Scott and Robert were speechless.Belle didn't have a clue about Grayson's little scheme, but it was obvious to Scott and Robert. Grayson encouraged Belle to accept Claire's offer because he wanted to burn Robert's bridges.Claire also didn't know about Grayson's little scheme. If anything, his words made her even happier. She turned and said to Robert, "Grayson is right. From now on, she's your sister, so you have to treat her like one. You have to be nice to her, okay?"Robert simply remained silent.Scott bit his lip and glared at Grayson before cheerfully saying to Belle, "She's right! We're not blood-related, but we can still be a family! We should take good care of each other."He made sure to emphasize that they weren't blood-rela
Grayson crossed his legs as he lazily scrolled on his phone. Robert was making a call in the yard while Scott was sitting on the sofa and watching some television. There were snacks and fruits on the coffee table that he was helping himself to. He acted as if it was his own house.After a second, Belle said, "Don't just sit there. Come help make the ravioli."Grayson glanced at Belle. Before he could get up, Scott ran over enthusiastically. "I don't know how to make them."Belle was full of disdain. "If you don't know how to make ravioli, why'd you run over so quickly?"After that, she asked Grayson, "Do you know how to make them?"Only then did he walk over. "Yeah.""Really?"Grayson rolled up his sleeves as he said, "It's easy. Only idiots wouldn't know how to make ravioli."Scott knew Grayson was talking about him. "Quit bragging. Are you saying you know how to do this? Looks like pigs are about to fly."Ignoring him, Grayson washed his hands before saying to Yolanda, "Mo
Belle was speechless. "It's not like we're really alone. There's Patrick, Scott, Yolanda, and Claire. Besides, even if we were to spend some time together, what's wrong with that?"Grayson didn't reply. Instead, he asked, "When is Patrick going to get better?"Belle replied, "I don't know, but he seems to be doing much better recently.""Can he go back home to rest now?""I can't tell yet.""Why don't we just give it a try?"Belle pouted. "It's not like you have to watch him."When she noticed how Grayson was looking at Patrick with disdain, Belle asked, "Do you hate kids or something?""Depends on whose family they belong to," he replied. "Do you like kids?""Yes! They're so cute and chubby. They're adorable."Without thinking, Grayson said, "If you like them so much, I'll make one."Belle glared at him. "Are you crazy? You're a guy. How can you make kids?""Well, you'll have the kid.""Then why did you say you'd make it?""We'll make it together."Belle had to think ab