CHAPTER 246: CHAPTER 246: SHE WANTS TO SEE HIM

"Something’s off..." Aunt Tawny thought seriously, "She’s been sleeping earlier and deeper lately, and she doesn’t have nightmares much anymore... Who knew the calming incense Cindy made would actually work a bit, but God knows if she put in some kind of sedative in there!"

The last sentence was purely Aunt Tawny’s personal complaint against Cindy Lynn. No matter how bold and irresponsible Cindy was, she probably wouldn’t harm a child like Joy, especially since Joy was so dependent on and fond of her.

But Tanya Sinclair listened more and more intently, feeling something was wrong.

She became serious, "Aunt Tawny, could you bring me a sample of the calming incense Cindy gave to Joy tomorrow?"

"You’re suspicious that woman might have actually put something in it?" Aunt Tawny also became tense.

"I’ll know once I’ve examined it."

"Should we inform Mr. Hawthorne?" With that, not even waiting for Tanya Sinclair to speak, Aunt Tawny dismissed her own suggestion, "Forget it, Mr. Hawthorne will probably just scold me. He believes whatever that vixen says! Madam, just wait; I’ll find a chance to secretly swap out Cindy’s sachet for Joy tomorrow!"

"If that vile woman dared to do something bad to Joy, I’d tell the matriarch and personally lead people to confront her!"

If Cindy really did anything to Joy, there was no need for The Hawthornes to intervene; she would tear that woman apart herself!

Before hanging up, Aunt Tawny also reported to Tanya Sinclair about Vincent Hawthorne’s whereabouts.

"Mr. Hawthorne called, saying he’d return tomorrow morning. Seems he’ll be staying at The Lynn Family tonight..."

Tanya Sinclair wasn’t surprised. Since Sean Lynn was taken in tonight, naturally, he’d accompany his beloved Cindy Lynn.

Whatever they’re doing now, Tanya Sinclair wasn’t interested.

Ending her call with Aunt Tawny, Tanya Sinclair opened WeChat and scrolled through her contacts until she found Declan Pierce’s chat, his little account "Odyssey" still on her friends’ list.

Tanya Sinclair sent a message to Declan Pierce: [Have you sobered up?]

She quickly received a response.

Declan Pierce: [Mm]

Tanya Sinclair: "..."

Such a brief mono-syllable.

So brief she couldn’t continue the conversation.

But recalling how Declan had specially built a house in the sanatorium identical to The Sinclair Family’s old house, Tanya Sinclair seriously replied with a long message.

Tanya Sinclair: [Then rest well, if you feel unwell, let me know. I think I’m quite a good doctor.]

On the other side of the night.

The pitch-black night covered Phoenix Court.

The living room was brightly lit.

Declan Pierce sat on the sofa, looking down at the long message Tanya Sinclair sent on his phone, flicking a slight smile, the chill in his eyes dissipated slightly.

Opposite was still typing.

"Just one message made you so happy? Was it from Ms. Sinclair?" A man’s warm yet slightly frail and weak voice pulled Declan Pierce’s thoughts back.

"..."

Declan Pierce flipped the phone down, looked up, and though his expression didn’t change, his aura instantly sharpened.

His dark eyes shot coldly straight at Zeke Pierce on the wheelchair.

Zeke Pierce raised his eyebrows, smiled slightly, and raised his hands in a surrender gesture, "Calm down, I’m just concerned about you, as a brother."

Declan Pierce showed no gratitude.

"Done talking? Get lost."

Zeke Pierce chuckled softly, then weakly coughed twice, his handsome pale face resembled a vampire from a castle deprived of sunlight for ages.

"I’ve met Ms. Sinclair once, she’s an intriguing woman. I heard she’s a highly intelligent genius and comes from a medical family. I’m curious, how long can you keep your secrets from her?"

Declan Pierce casually picked up a fruit knife from the fruit plate, playing with it between his fingers, its blade reflecting the cold light of the chandelier, sharp and chilling.

But sharper than the blade was Declan Pierce’s gaze.

"So curious?" He stared at Zeke Pierce with a mocking smile, "Wonder if your life is tough enough to handle it."

Behind Zeke Pierce, Seth Yates, who was holding the wheelchair, frowned in displeasure.

"Second young master..."

Zeke Pierce raised his hand slightly, and Seth Yates immediately fell silent.

Zeke Pierce smiled, "Then I wish my dear brother a day where he achieves his desires."

Afterwards, Seth Yates pushed Zeke Pierce away.

Outside, a line of uniform black cars awaited, dozens of bodyguards dressed in black were on standby to escort Zeke Pierce to the car before they all left together.

Declan Pierce stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, watching coldly as the convoy drove into the night, swallowed completely by the darkness.

He glanced at his phone.

The screen stayed on Tanya Sinclair’s chat window.

Her message came into view.

Tanya Sinclair: [When are you free? I have many questions for you. If it’s inconvenient for you to go out, I can come to Phoenix Court to find you.]

Tanya Sinclair: [Anytime is fine, I want to meet you as soon as possible.]

Declan Pierce silently smiled, translating automatically.

She wanted to see him...

After sending her message, Tanya Sinclair waited awhile but didn’t get a reply, so she went to shower.

When she came out after her shower and picked up the phone, she saw Declan Pierce replied: [Tomorrow then, I’ll come find you after my business. Will there be food?]

Tanya Sinclair smiled.

[Yes.]

As soon as she sent the word, he replied instantly.

Declan Pierce: [Good night, Tanya Sinclair]

Tanya Sinclair: [Good night]

The next day, after setting the alarm, Tanya Sinclair got up and was making breakfast for Caden when the doorbell suddenly rang.

She wiped her hands, walked to the entrance, and through the video doorbell, saw the man outside the door, feeling a bit helpless...