At the same time, in the quiet, suffocating stillness of a hospital ward, Matthew remained motionless in the bed, showing no signs of waking.


    Elsewhere, Ste and Be, led by the secretary, had already arrived at the Archer estate.


    The scene before them was engulfed in shadows, with an eerie darkness obscuring any clear details.


    The secretary held up arge ck umbre, shielding Ste with great respect, as though she were an honored guest.


    Be sped Stes hand, leaning in to whisper in her ear, Ste, I just realizedthe cell phone signal here seems to be blocked.


    Ste gave a slight nod and murmured softly, I expected this.


    Her suspicions deepened further.


    It was now clear to her that Howard hadnt invited her here merely to discuss clothing design. The secretary stepped forward with a polite smile and said, Ladies, please follow me.


    Ill escort you to your rooms so you can rest.


    He led them to two adjacent rooms, intentionally keeping them close rather than separating them.


    After bidding them goodnight, the secretary added, Mr.


    Archer will meet with both of you tomorrow.


    Please enjoy your rest.


    Ste entered her room and closed the door behind her.


    She meticulously checked every corner of the space, ensuring there were no hidden issues before she finally allowed herself to sit down.


    Concerned about her babys health, she washed up, slipped into bed, and tried to rx, determined to be well-rested for whatever the next day might bring. Meanwhile, the secretary walked briskly toward another section of the sprawling estate.


    Entering a dimly lit room, he ryed every detail about Ste and Bes situation.


    Once finished, he bowed slightly and asked Den respectfully, Sir, what are your instructions? Den didnt respond immediately.


    Instead, his sharp gaze shifted, and he asked, You said Matthew fainted? The secretary, caught off guard by the sudden question, hesitated for a brief moment before nodding and replying, Yes, Matthew copsed at the hospital, but the specifics of his condition remain unclear.


    Dens expression remained unreadable as he calmly instructed Howard, Tomorrow, meet Ste personally and proceed ording to the n.


    Howard nodded with conviction, his tone reassuring.


    Rest assured, sir.


    I will handle everything wlessly. 2 Just then, Sanford entered the room in haste.


    Howard immediately greeted him with respect, but Sanford didnt so much as spare him a nce.


    His piercing gaze was locked on Den, his mind racing to decipher the reason behind Dens sudden arrival in Dorburn.


    Sensing the tension, Howard tactfully excused himself, quietly leaving the room to give Den and Sanford privacy.


    Once the door clicked shut, Sanford stepped forward, his voiceced with suspicion.


    Why did you take Ste away? Dens face remained adorned with that mild,posed smile.


    He fixed his gaze on Sanford, his lips curling into a subtle smirk.


    So, Sanford, he said with a half-smile, are you worried about Ste? Sanfords chest tightened, and he opened his mouth, ready to deny the usation.