Norton’s face hardened into a stern expression.


    “The decision lies with you on whether to believe my words, or you can confirm them through your own methods if you have doubts.


    ”


    Nathan scoffed and pressed further, “If my parents’ fatal ident involved your friend, how does Mylo happen to know about it?”


    Norton let out a heavy sigh, his shoulders slumping as he spoke.


    “Truth be told, Mylo is clueless.


    All he had was a tidbit of information, trying to manipte you into giving in to his request.


    What Iid out is the real deal.


    ”


    But Nathan wasn’t buying any of it.


    “Alright, Grandpa.


    Take it easy.


    I have some stuff to sort out.


    Catch youter.


    ”


    With that, Nathan turned on his heels and made for the door.


    “Nathan,” Norton called after him, a note of urgency in his voice.


    “They’re your kin.


    I don’t fancy seeing my own flesh and blood at each other’s throats.


    I just want to see our lot living peaceful lives, you know?”


    Nathan halted in his tracks, though he didn’t turn back to face Norton.


    It was evident he was contemting Norton’s plea.


    Then he left the room without a backward nce.


    The revtion of his parents’ tragic death clearly threw Nathan into emotional turmoil.


    When Lucinda came downstairs, she found him standing in the hallway, lost in thought.


    “How is Grandpa? Did the medical team show up?” she inquired.


    Nathan kept it brief.


    “He’s doing good.


    ”This belongs to N?velDrama.Org - ?.


    Lucinda could read between the lines.


    She realized Norton was putting on an act, but as a respectful granddaughter-inw, she kept her lips closed, refraining frommenting on his behavior.


    Nathan looped an arm around her shoulders, concern etched on his face.


    “How’re the little ones? Catching some shut-eye?”


    Lucinda nodded, a small smile ying on her lips.


    “Yeah, they fussed a bit when I put them down, but they’re snoozing now.


    All’s quiet.


    ”


    Nathan visibly rxed.


    “That’s a relief.


    Come on, let’s roll.


    I’ll drop you off at N&L Fairy Land.


    ”


    Lucinda raised an eyebrow in confusion.


    “You’re noting home with me?”


    Nathan checked his watch; there was still an hour till the clock struck ten.


    “I have to deal with Mylo and Ronan first.


    I need to hear Mylo’s side of the story.


    ”


    Lucinda took his hand, intertwining her fingers with his.


    “Why don’t we go together? I’m not keen on being home alone.


    I prefer to join you in your office.


    ”


    She was insistent on apanying him, so Nathan couldn’t turn her down.


    He was deeply moved by her caring gesture.