The peaceful atmosphere inside Blackwood Manor lasted exactly until breakfast.
The morning sun streamed through the tall windows of the dining room, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air.
Mrs. Hayes was placing a basket of warm bread on the table while Elara poured herself a cup of tea.
Victor strolled in, humming cheerfully as he reached for a croissant.
"I haven't had breakfast this good in months."
Mrs. Hayes smiled proudly.
"Then eat as much as you like."
Nathan suddenly appeared in the doorway.
Unlike every other morning...
His expression was unusually grim.
He carried a tablet in one hand and several newspapers in the other.
"Good morning, sir."
Sebastian looked up from his coffee.
"What happened?"
Nathan silently placed the newspapers on the table.
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