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?

It was as if they were given a sliver of

you hear that from? If he isn’t going to Heron Hill, where is being sent

condition. Hence, he will be brought to Oceanic Estate for the time being,” Colton carefully replied

as he spoke, everyone

Oceanic Estate?

How did he

jealousy, all of

the White House. After the war where Jonathan had distinguished himself, the White House had given

it was a present from the nation, the mansion was both glorious and

were allowed to stay

infuriated when they heard

him the right? Has Uncle Jonathan gone crazy to

to lose her temper

up to? Didn’t he let us kill him before this? Why is he

as he spoke, everyone’s heart sank especially

for? Dad is only taking him to Oceanic Estate because Heron Hill is not that convenient. Since Dad doesn’t have any other place in the city, where else is he supposed to place him?” she explained

they heave a sigh of

Connor asked his sister, “In that case, Candice. What do you

hurry? Don’t we

“Jasmine?”

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