Following his return from the National Security Bureau, Jeff fell seriously ill, adding to Uma’s already uneasy state from participating in the denunciation at the ancestral temple.


    Recognizing Uma’s difort, Lucinda took it upon herself to escort her home.From N?velDrama.Org.


    Throughout the journey, Uma’s expression remained strained, as if struggling to contain something.


    Lucinda refrained from probing, respecting Uma’s silence.


    As they neared Jeff’s home, Uma’s grip tightened around Lucinda’s wrist, her palm slick with nervous sweat.


    “What’s troubling you?” Lucinda inquired, her voice filled with concern.


    Uma’s voice trembled as she spoke, her eyes red with emotion.


    “Lucinda, my father… Did he really have a hand in Nathan’s parents’ death?”


    Lucinda cast her gaze downward, unable to provide a definitive answer.


    Uma’s hope flickered at her hesitation, her expression clouded with worry.


    “I heard that Nathan had my father brought back from Yulford to the National Security Bureau, and stationed police officers at our vi entrance to watch him, not letting him leave.


    ”


    Tears welled in Uma’s eyes as she continued, “Is it true that my father is involved in all of this? Nathan dealt with Mylo’s family… Could it be our family next? Lucinda, I’m so scared.


    ”


    With a sympathetic expression, Lucinda reached into her bag to retrieve a tissue, gently wiping away Uma’s tears and offering her quiet reassurance.


    “Nathan won’ty a finger on you, Uma.


    Mylo and Ronan crossed a line by plotting against him multiple times.


    They’ve danced with the devil too many times.


    Your father, despite his ws, is a man of virtue.


    Even if, by some twist of fate, he fell into Mylo’s web, Nathan won’t treat you like he did them.


    ”


    Lucinda yfully tweaked Uma’s reddened nose, her eyes filled with sincerity.


    “You, my dear, have always been Nathan’s shining star-a beacon of kindness and grace amidst the tumult of the Payne family’s dynamics.


    Nathan, ruthless to outsiders, would never harm his own kin.


    He’ll remember your loyalty and ensure you remain the cherished princess of the Payne family.


    ”


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    “Really?”


    “Would I lie to you?”


    Uma’s tension eased under Lucinda’s reassurances.


    “Nathan values your opinion more than anyone’s.


    I trust you.


    ”


    With a gentle pat on Uma’s head, Lucinda encouraged, “Go now.


    Remember to tend to your father.


    Tell him to bask in his golden years without worry.


    The Payne family is under the control of Nathan’s capable hands.


    ”


    Uma nodded, determination gleaming in her eyes.


    “I understand, Lucinda.


    I won’t let you down.


    ”


    After ensuring Uma’s peace of mind, Lucinda lingered until Uma vanished into the safety of her own courtyard.


    With a sigh of relief, she pivoted on her heels and strode purposefully back toward the looming silhouette of the ancestral temple.


    As Lucinda neared the imposing presence of the ancestral temple, she caught sight of Zander and Rolf, who had just engaged in a private conversation with Nathan, emerging from its solemn confines.


    As Zander and Rolf passed by Lucinda, she couldn’t help but notice their difort etched on their faces, as if they had just weathered a storm.


    Had they just been on the receiving end of Nathan’s Legendary temper?


    “Lucinda.


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