Returning to David family house

Both the Williams brothers and Jessica appeared eager to put the turbulent matters concerning the Uncle Matteo family behind them. After that eventful night, no one dared to bring up those past events again. Rowan, out of genuine concern, initially asked a few questions, but she soon realized that it might be best for Jessica if they all refrained from discussing it further.

Despite the awkward silence that followed, it was apparent that the Uncle Matteo family remained indifferent to the discomfort their actions had caused. Two days after the banquet, Uncle Matteo orchestrated a dinner gathering at his house, with a clear intention: he wanted to meet with James. The person he had sent, who had a role similar to that of a housekeeper, made it explicitly known that James was the one they were seeking.

James, given his character, did not outright refuse the invitation, even though he knew what was expected of him as a junior member. As James headed to the appointment, Jessica's face bor