Chapter 757
Jane ladled ssoup into a bowl for Christine with a sigh, "When have | ever lied to you? It's exactly as he said.
Are you satisfied now?" She scrutinized Christine's expression, then smoothly changed the subject, "Looks like
you're really into this, huh?"
Christine gently raised an eyebrow, "Just getting started. Haven't thought that far ahead, just wanted to have a
clear picture in my mind." Having that clarity helps one know when to dive deep and when to stay alert.
She chuckled, "For now, let's focus on uncovering the truth behind the hotel incident."
Though the surveillance footage hadn't yielded results yet, Gregory had pieced together most of the puzzle.
A little pressure, and Merritt would have to spill the beans.
But the real question was whether Dailey would play dirty with Nelly.
Their conspiracies had to align perfectly.
And the drowning incident wasn't hard to figure out.
Yet, Dailey seemed only interested in sending Nelly abroad, without mentioning any foul play.
Gregory couldn't comment just yet, but he shot Jane a knowing look.
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Jane got the hint, "Don't stress over it too much. Just take it easy for now. You need to rest more."
She remembered Mr. Abdul's advice, "Don't worry about the company for a while. Mira's grown up a bit, and with
my mom helping, | can manage."
Christine waved her off, "It's not that bad. A little drowning isn't going to stopfrom working. You, on the other
hand, should not always rely on Bella to babysit. How's she supposed to date Mr. Shaw?" Jane pondered for a
moment, "Fair point. Let's split the workload. We'll handle it together."
"Deal."
At the Clarkson residence.
When Dailey walked in, the living room was packed.
Even his father, who was usually too busy to be seen, was present.
His grandfather sat in the place of honor, his demeanor unchanging despite his advancing years. His authority
might have softened, but it was still intimidating.
Dailey wasn't fazed, though. He knew his grandfather's character well enough not to be scared. He
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was intimidating to strangers not to him.
"This is your grandson, not your subordinate or enemy. No need to glare at him like that!"
As expected, Madge Clarkson chastised him with a slap on the arm.
Dailey caught his grandfather's stealthy glare but dared not retort.
"Grandma."
He bowed slightly, a faint smile on his lips, "Saw a tea shop on the way here. Knew you'd want some, so | got
you a cup."
Madge took it and immediately took a big gulp.
Caldwell Clarkson quickly cautioned, "Watch your blood sugar!"
He then openly glared at Dailey, "You reckless grandson!"
From the outside, the Clarkson family appeared to be cold and aloof.
But Dailey knew from a young age that warmth and affection existed within the strict upbringing.
Of course, this was as long as the family's reputation and interests weren't at stake.
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For instance, during his teenage years, his grandfather perceived a budding romance between him and Nelly and
decided to send Nelly abroad.
No matter how much he protested, his grandfather wouldn't believe him.
In retrospect, it might have been more about maintaining the family patriarch's unchallengeable status than
disbelief.
Perhaps avoiding the spread of
rumors by keeping Nelly abroad was
also a motive. Long enough rumors could turn into perceived truth.
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Ultimately, the decision-making power in major family matters lay in his grandfather's hands.
Even though his grandmother was protective of him, she would side with his grandfather on these issues.
"Do you want sice cream, Grandpa? | got your favorite."
Caldwell: ".."
He glanced at Madge before coughing twice, "Nonsense, | don't eat such childish things."
"Oh." Dailey moved aside, pulling up a chair to sit across from the coffee table.