Chapter 42

Caroline had heard a lot about Eddy’s second uncle, but they’d never met before. Despite that, why

was he so concerned about her?

“Um.. he didn’t explain why, did he?”

“No, he didn’t,” replied Mr. Sander.,

“Alright, thanks.” Caroline sounded slightly dejected because she’d been expecting more.

Upon hanging up, she opened her laptop and started scouring the internet for any information on Eddy’s second uncle.

The man had spent most of his life overseas, so there was barely any news about him at home. A moment later, she realized that even his name wasn’t mentioned anywhere.

Frustrated about her fruitless investigation, Caroline began brushing her hair. Then, she suddenly recalled what the journalists yelled the other day.

According to them, Eddy’s second uncle attended the auction …

Had he noticed Brie bullying her? Perhaps he’d decided to intervene personally because he wanted to protect his family’s reputation?

Caroline massaged her throbbing temples.

Since it was so difficult to figure out the answer, why not just ask him directly?

She pulled out her phone and gave Jude a call. “Grandpa.”

“Carrie!” The old man sounded like he was in a good mood today. “So you finally remembered to

give this old man a call.”

“I’m sorry, Grandpa.”

“Hahaha, I like your honesty. Now tell me, what brings you to Grandpa? Ah! I’m going to lose this

round…”

Jude began talking to himself. Confused, Caroline asked him,‘

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at the moment. This kid’s smart! We barely

caught Caroline by surprise. So he was right next

surprised he’s equally good at chess. So when are you going to

on meeting him?

as he stole a glance

his piece, causing his fingers

-slightly.

the phone, Caroline held her breath

later, Jude’s voice came over the line. “He says no problem. You pick a time and place,

Caroline after letting out

she was going to meet

living room, only to be greeted by silence.

triumphantly before

outfit for her meeting.

looked at Kirk as he passed his phone to the butler. “I’m surprised you’re willing to

Caroline.”

family after all,” Kirk answered

to frown. “I’m afraid that the bond between her and Eddy

soon.”

you

I’m old, but I’m

he got up from

Carrie, she’s been taking care of

to regard her as my granddaughter–in–law. It’s

refuses to

“Uncle Jude…”

“I heard she’s married. Is that

a moment before

“Then do you know who she’s

in his eyes,

with a grave expression “I don’t know what will happen to Carrie and Eddy’s relationship, but you must help me find

who that man is!”

of emotions swirled in Kirk’s gaze when he replied,

girl. My time’s running out, and if Eddy doesn’t change

to nod in agreement when

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