"What are you doing here, Vivi?" Alexander asked. The realization dawned on him when he saw the book in Lucille's hand. "Did you come to take a book from my study again?"Fortunately, Lucille was quick to accept reality. She composed herself and said, "Yes, Father."The way she addressed him wasn't any different from usual, but Alexander couldn't help thinking something was different. He couldn't pinpoint it, though."Well, since you're here, let me introduce you to an important guest," Alexander said. There was something commanding about him that made one obey. This was Lucille's first time coming into such close contact with him.He'd been handsome as a young man. Despite being past 50 now, he still looked good. The passage of time had only added a sense of maturity to him, increasing his charm."Mr. Layton, this is my eldest daughter, Vivian Vonridge." Alexander looked at the man. Then, he turned to Lucille and said, "Vivi, this is Spencer Layton, the head of the Layton family
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