Ferdinand gently patted the little girl's head, his voice warm. "You're welcome."

Then he turned to Briony. "Could we talk for a moment?"

Before Briony could answer, James slid over with a grin.

"Come on, Mr. Ellsworth, that's not fair. We're all friends here--what could you possibly have to say to Bryn that we can't hear?"

Ferdinand's gaze settled on James. "Sorry. It's a private matter."

James glanced at Briony for confirmation.

She pressed her lips together, letting out a quiet sigh. Looking at James, she said, "Why don't you take Little Nina upstairs? Crystal should be home soon, ask her to help Nina with a bath."

The mood had clearly shifted.

James looked annoyed but knew better than to push at a time like this. He scooped up Little Nina and headed inside.

and Ferdinand remained

landed

hand froze mid-movement as he was

was obvious he was

you. I'll leave you to your conversation-I should get back

thank you, then walked to the garden pavilion and sat down

took the seat

table was whistling softly, steam

the tea. She looked Ferdinand straight in the eye, her

him—and he knew it was his own deliberate secrecy that

point

shareholder meeting is the

said, his tone grave. "Bryn, your vote is

"Ferdinand, we've known each

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