Curiously, Patricia hadn’t seen Ell ar in the past few days, and she found herself feeling a bit lost without his presence.

Perhaps, she thought, returning to work at the company would improve her mood after being alone at home for so long.

At the Riddle residence, after dropping Lulu off, Nicole returned home. There, she found Daniel and Gloria in the living room with Nolan and Lana, but Jared was nowhere to be seen.

Guessing Jared was still busy with work, Nicole didn’t inquire about his absence.

“Mommy,” Nolan and Lana greeted her joyfully, opening their arms.

Nicole smiled and sat down on the couch, hugging Nolan and Lana close.

“Mommy, why isn’t Daddy back yet?” Lana asked, looking up.

“Your father is still working,” Nicole gently explained, stroking Lana’s head.

“Why is Daddy always so busy?” Lana frowned.

his work,” Nicole assured

Jared’s voice echoed from the entrance, “Who’s

bright-eyed, ran

picked up Lana, affectionately ruffling her hair. “Did

“Yes,” Lana nodded vigorously.

me, but I’m back now,” Jared said as he carried Lana back

looked up at Jared

results are quite good,” Nicole replied cheerfully, “And I’ve promised Patricia that she’ll

have dinner since everyone is back,” Daniel suggested to

and the family moved to the dining

Nicole asked Nolan and Lana to play with Gloria and Daniel while she inquired Jared about a pressing

you find out

be limited to the Riddle Corporation, but also possibly against

Nicole’s hair to comfort her, “Don’t worry, it was just a temporary emergency. It’s been dealt

her hand gently. “Don’t

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