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…”

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

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chess with Eddy’s second uncle at the moment. This kid’s smart! We barely started, and he’s

So

so? I heard he’s a tremendously talented businessman, but I’m surprised he’s equally good at chess. So when are you going

that keen on meeting him? Alright, let me

a glance at Kirk

as he was moving his piece, causing his fingers to shake ever–so

-slightly.

Caroline

line. “He says no problem. You

Caroline after letting out a long sigh

going to meet

living room, only to be greeted by silence. It appeared that Kirk had left without her knowing at some

the air triumphantly before

outfit for her meeting.

his phone to the butler. “I’m surprised you’re willing

Caroline.”

after all,”

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

soon.”

you say

from me. I’m old,

got up from

Carrie, she’s been taking care of

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

refuses to

“Uncle Jude…”

his hand dismissively. “I heard she’s married. Is that

for a moment before he

man sighed. “Then do you know

of annoyance in his eyes,

Jude stared at Kirk with a grave expression “I don’t know what will happen

who that man is!”

in Kirk’s

“Before I forget, I just want to tell you that Carrie is a good girl. My time’s running out, and if Eddy doesn’t change his mind

was about to nod in agreement when the old man

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