Ever since Charles’ death, Tiffany had been detained and didn’t return home. Hence, Jocelyn was always alone at home.

When the rest of the Jadesons heard her, no one dared to comment.

Only Connor, who failed in his mission the last time, felt self-conscious about it. Feeling upset, he retorted, “The last time was an accident.”

“How can it be an accident? Obviously, the men you sent were incompetent. How can four men fail to assassinate a cripple? And yet, you still have the cheek to come up with an excuse?”

Jocelyn admonished him the moment she heard his protests.

Connor’s expression darkened. “If you’re so smart, why don’t you do it? Even Charles and Tiffany couldn’t kill him. So, why don’t you go ahead and try? Go on, be my guest!”

 

His words stung Jocelyn.

When Candice heard their exchange, she put a stop to it. “That’s enough! At such a crucial time, how is arguing going to solve anything?”

 

After being berated, both of them stopped arguing.

Over the last two days, the mood at Jade Court was somber. From Charles’ death to the failed assassination in the hospital, the entire household was mired in sorrow.

Now that Sebastian was discharged and brought home by Jonathan, their chances of plotting something new had significantly been reduced.

“I heard that the lunatic won’t be brought back to Heron Hill.” Suddenly, someone interjected out of nowhere.

Not Heron Hill?

one that spoke. It was as if they were given a sliver

you hear that from? If he isn’t going to Heron

it inappropriate to take the lunatic there considering his mental condition. Hence, he will be brought to Oceanic Estate for the time being,” Colton carefully replied

he spoke,

Oceanic Estate?

How did he

shocked and angered. Fill with jealousy, all of them felt the

White House. After the war where Jonathan had distinguished himself, the White House had given him a mansion as his reward. Previously, the seaside mansion was used to entertain foreign dignitaries, and

from the nation, the mansion was both glorious and

to stay there. Even Jonathan’s own

they heard that Sebastian was allowed to stay

him the right? Has Uncle Jonathan gone

was the first to lose her

was equally outraged. “Exactly. What is he up to? Didn’t he let us kill him before this? Why is

as he spoke, everyone’s heart sank especially that of

is not that convenient. Since Dad doesn’t have any other place in the city, where else is

heave a sigh

Candice. What do you think we

hurry? Don’t

“Jasmine?”

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