Bride Behind the Mask novel Chapter 445

Yuna had never thought that as soon as Manley dialed Frederick's number, he would answer the call almost immediately.

"Daddy, are you still working late? Grandma and Grandpa want you home for dinner. Hurry back, we’re waiting for you!"

Frederick's voice was tired but steady, "Got it. Daddy's wrapping up at work. I'll be home soon."

Yuna was utterly perplexed! How could Freddie remain so calm?

Manley handed the phone to Powell with a triumphant expression, "Dad, Grandpa wants to talk to you!"

Powell took the phone and inhaled deeply, his face tight with suppressed irritation, "Working late is one thing, but why did you take Hayes to the office? Put him on the phone, I miss him!"

Frederick's voice was still calm, but firm, "He's resting beside me, and I don’t want to wake him. I'll bring him home soon." With that, he ruthlessly hung up the phone.

Powell's face darkened, his dignity obviously wounded, "He’s always causing trouble!"

Yuna, however, couldn't remain calm!

Hayes was resting at the office? And next to Frederick? What on earth was happening? Hadn't Barnes acted as soon as they set off?

Damn it!

Unable to contain her impatience, Yuna discreetly sent a message to Barnes: [What the hell are you doing? You were supposed to act this morning and you still haven't moved?]

Barnes replied instantly, his fury palpable through the screen - [You're an idiot! Of all days, why did you pick today? The fog is so thick that I can't get a clear shot!]

By this time, everyone had settled down for dinner.

Since it was New Year’s eve, the dinner was especially lavish. But Yuna was preoccupied and found the food tasteless.

Ten minutes later, her phone buzzed again, and Barnes had sent her a brief reply - [It's done.]

Yuna was overwhelmed. [Are you sure? You're not lying to me?]

[Stop talking nonsense! I've shot through Frederick's car window, there's blood all over the glass, how could it be fake?]

With Barnes' confirmation, Yuna finally relaxed. She slowly opened her eyes and suddenly found the food around her delicious. She leisurely cut into her steak, elegantly took a bite, and smiled contentedly.