The suspicion

At the Smith mansion…

Colton was having his breakfast in a calm mood. The tranquility of the mansion shattered as Phill burst in. Maintaining his calm demeanor, Colton met his gaze and asked, "What is the update, Phill?"

"The news is confirmed, sir," Phill said. "Mister Silas took Miss Lara to his farmhouse the day before."

Colton raised his eyes at him, looking somewhat taken aback. He had not anticipated that romance was blossoming between Silas and Lara. He initially thought Silas had been playing some kind of game, but it turned out that the children were finally taking their relationship seriously. A smirk touched Colton's lips, a flicker of contentment sparkling in his heart. However, Phill's next words sent a jolt through the air.