A secluded and serene villa in the eastern suburbs, completely unknown to the world, served as Grant's private residence.

It was early in the morning when Clarice arrived to report what she discovered.

Unexpectedly, she bumped into Jace, who was drenched. His eyes were bloodshot, as though he had not slept in days. The hostility radiating from him and his sharp, wolf-like gaze made Clarice instinctively flinch, compelling her to back away.

"You look terrible." Clarice rolled her eyes at him and knocked on the study door before entering. Jace ignored her jab and followed her in.

Inside the classically styled study, Grant sat in a wheelchair, teasing a parrot in a golden cage before him.

kept an exquisite, rare parrot at Pivotage because he was deeply influenced by Grant. In fact, Christopher practically revered Grant, emulating his habits and interests, seeing them as symbols of power and wisdom.

worshiped an idol, they would inevitably want to get closer to

phone and playing the conversation between Justin and Bella

the entire time, but at the mention of words like "promise" and "see you there", a flicker of chilling darkness

gaze.

closely. Despite Bella's resolute voice, he could tell that she was pretending to be strong. An indescribable feeling stirred in his chest, causing his brow to furrow slightly. "As per your instructions, I hacked Justin's car and intercepted this conversation," Clarice said with a sigh, her tone carrying a hint of frustration. "Unfortunately, I couldn't obtain anything more

I find this conversation invaluable. Clarice, you

"There is one more task I need you to handle."

my brother lately. Apart from Ms. Thompson, you're the only woman who can get

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