Taking the hint, Charlene left the kitchen reluctantly, afraid of further irking Lucia.


    She noticed a maid arranging the tableware and began to help attentively.


    Just then, a noise came from the front door.


    Hearing the butler’s voice, Charlene paused and turned to see Matthew entering, moving in her direction.


    Sporting a subtle grin, Matthew arched an eyebrow andmented, “Aunt, you seem in high spirits.


    Even helping with chores, I see.


    ”


    Charlene’s expression hardened.


    Eyeing Matthew cautiously, she asked, “What brings you here?”


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    “What do you mean?” Matthew spoke evenly.


    “It’s a family dinner, and as a rk family member, it’s only right that I attend.


    ”


    Charlene’s visage darkened, but she remained silent.


    At that moment, footsteps descended from upstairs.


    Waldo and Jeremy appeared one after the other.


    Charlene studied Waldo’s face but couldn’t discern his mood.


    Feeling anxious, she shot Jeremy a covert nce, receiving no reaction.


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    Pressing her Lips into a smile, she inquired, “Dad, how have you been? Jeremy and I thought we’de see you today.


    Waldo looked at her but said nothing.


    His gaze then shifted to Matthew, and he smiled.


    “Matthew, you seem to have lost weight.


    Busy with work?”


    “Not particrly, “ Matthew replied, holding Waldo and helping him walk.


    “And how is your wife?” Waldo continued, engaging Matthew in conversation.


    The two made their way to the living room, utterly disregarding Charlene and Jeremy.


    Staring at their retreating figures, Charlene whispered to Jeremy, “What did you discuss upstairs?”


    “We yed chess.


    He said nothing else,” Jeremy said, appearing stern.Belonging to N?velDrama.Org.


    Hearing this, Charlene grew increasingly uneasy.


    Half an hourter, dinnermenced.