Chapter 914
After plotting for over two decades, perhaps even longer, what was the ultimate goal?
Was it simply to see the Bradford family in ruins?
What kind of grudge, deep-seated hatred, or compelling connection could drive someone to orchestrate such an elaborate plan?
If the aim was to ruin the Bradford family, why wait so long to act?
Was it a lack of capability back then, or were there other reasons?
Moreover p>
It had been confirmed that the strange messages Elysia had been receiving, some from Keith and others from a mysterious sender, were indeed part of this plot.
Keith’s interest in Elysia was understandable; he was motivated by Baby, wanting to bring Elysia back home.
But what about the mysterious sender?
He seemed intent on using Elysia to harm him, leading her to kill him, yet he didn’t use the child to forcibly threaten Elysia into compliance.
He appeared rather lenient towards Elysia.
He even affectionately called her “Little Elysia,” as an elder might address a younger family member.
But if he had a connection to Elysia, why did he watch her suffer through pregnancy and hardship without intervening?
Even when Keith sent them off to a secluded cabin in the woods, he did nothing.
This was not how an elder shows love!
His intentions towards Elysia were perplexing.
Tarquin furrowed his brows, regardless of the speculation, the mysterious figure was a definite threat!
They needed to uncover him soon for the family to get back on track.
“Notify our informants to keep an eye on Farmjoy Estate, pull back before reaching the foothills to avoid alerting them! Contact me with any developments p>
After hanging up, Tarquin placed his phone on the desk, reaching for a packet of cigarettes and a lighter.
But then he thought of Elysia and the kids, and obediently put them down.
Elysia and the children were keeping him in check about quitting smoking, and he had to listen to his wife and kids.
Rubbing his temples, he stood up and left the study.
Outside, the backyard was a picture of tranquility.
Elysia was playing with the kids and a rabbit, thrilled because Baby was staying over for the night.
Tarquin’s heart fluttered, recalling what Elysia whispered to him in front of the store today. He coughed lightly to steady himself, hands in pockets as he descended the stairs.
After spending some time with the kids in the yard, Tarquin headed to the kitchen to cook dinner himself.
Elysia, curious, followed him in and asked,
“Didn’t Heath already arrange for dinner? Why are you cooking p>
Tarquin replied, “It’s Children’s Day, and as a husband and father, I’ve got to show off a bit in front of my wife and kids p>
Elysia’s face lit up with a blissful smile,
“You don’t need to show off; you’re already doing more than enough p>
“Far from it, I’ll show you tonight p>
He said, eyes narrowing playfully, “Remember what you said today p>
“Um? Which part p>
Tarquin leaned in, whispering in her ear.
Elysia’s cheeks flushed instantly, turning to flee in embarrassment, but Tarquin caught her waist, pulling her into his embrace, “Trying to back out p>
Elysia quickly looked towards the door, fearing they might be seen.
But as if on cue, Heath walked in with freshly picked mushrooms, “I just p>
He paused, spotting the couple in an embrace, and quickly backed out,
“Oh dear, must be my old age, didn’t see a thing p>
Elysia’s embarrassment spread to her neck, “Tar p>
Tarquin kissed her once!
“You p>
He kissed her again!
“I p>
And a third time!
Every time Elysia tried to speak, he’d kiss her.
Elysia clamped her mouth shut, daring not to speak, glaring at him.
Glaring hard!
She glared, and he laughed, a laugh both infuriatingly handsome and teasing.