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    Hamilton’s excitement was unmistakable, his cheeks slightly flushed. “Just like you predicted, the Rowe family is very interested in Niks. They want the two to meet first. If things go smoothly, the wedding could happen before the year ends. Everything the Rowe family owns will eventually go to Niks and Miss Rowe.”


    A hint of envy crept into Brad’s voice. “You can tell the Rowe family is being genuine about this. Not everyone gets such a deal.”


    Hamilton agreed, “Absolutely. I met Miss Rowe, too. She’s quiet and doesn’t put on airs. I think she’ll be a great match.”


    Brad couldn’t help butugh. “Naturally, she is famous for her grace and good upbringing. If Niks fits in, it’d be a perfect match.”


    Hamilton added, “I need to freshen up and pay Niks a visit tonight. We shouldn’t let this chance slip by. It’s too good.”


    Brad’s grin grew wider. With Hamilton leaving the house, things were bound to get easier.


    “No kidding. Let’s make sure we seal this deal soon,” he urged.


    Still smiling, Hamilton walked inside.


    Brad, however, only sneered as he made his way in, spotting Carol deeply focused on her video game. He let out a mocking snort, making his disapproval obvious.


    Carol barely looked up from her game, her focus unbroken. “Hey, did you hear anything strange just now?” she asked the housekeeper.


    Still busy wiping down a table, the housekeeper shook her head and answered without much thought, “Nope, didn’t notice a thing.” Shrugging off the curiosity, Carol went right back to ying.


    Night settled in. Brad positioned himself on a barstool, his eyes drifting toward the television from across the room.


    Hourster, with the clock ticking closer to ten, Dani’s gaze flickered to the wall. She turned to Carol. “I left an important file at work. Can you grab it for me? It won’t take long.”


    Carol didn’t hesitate. “Sure, but it’ll be over an hour round trip. If you’re already asleep by then, should I just give it to Cedric instead?”


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    “That works for me,” Dani agreed.


    Without another word, Carol made her way out the door.


    Watching from his seat, Brad toyed with the idea of adding more poison to Dani’s fruit bowl.


    Out of nowhere, Dani got up. Without even bothering to slip on shoes, she said to Cedric, “I’m going out for some air.”


    Normally, Cedric would’ve followed along, but tonight he just told her, “Don’t wander off too far.”


    Dani shed him a quick smile before stepping outside.


    Brad cast a quick nce at Cedric, who was busy in the kitchen, then watched Dani slip outside before heading back to his own room.


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