From Ashes of Scandal to His Embrace (Laurinda) novel Chapter 311

“Alright, Mr. Lane. I’m counting on you to show me the ropes and look out for me from now on.”

They shared a smile, both knowing there was no need to say anything else.

Adolphus picked up his chopsticks and placed some food in Laurinda’s bowl. She ate quietly, all polite and sweet, and he couldn’t help but get lost watching her.

After dinner, Laurinda dragged a few of the younger ones into a card game. It didn’t take long before groans and dramatic wails started coming from the game room.

The butler, Josh, was perfectly content sitting on the sofa with his tea, occasionally glancing over at the chaos. Finally, someone else was suffering like he always did. Anyone who played cards with Laurinda was doomed. It was like she could read minds, always knowing what card you were about to play.

Bonnie, bored, lounged in her wheelchair and watched Josh smirk. She rolled herself closer.

“Josh, how much secret cash have you stashed away lately? Want to treat yourself a little?”

Josh clutched his pockets protectively and shot Bonnie a look.

“Bonnie, don’t even try. You know my allowance barely covers anything. Saving up is hard enough. Besides, Laurinda wouldn’t even care about my pocket change.”

Bonnie grinned, eyes glinting with mischief. “Come on, Josh, you should know Laurinda by now. She loves money, big or small. How about we...”

“I should check on the dumplings. And see if the fireworks are ready. So much to do tonight.”

Josh didn’t let Bonnie finish. He put down his teacup, jumped to his feet, and hurried out of the room.

Bonnie burst out laughing at his hasty escape, but the sudden movement made her wince and pull at her wound.

Harrell walked out of the game room just then, catching the pained look on her face. He hurried over, concern all over his features.

“Who did this? Find out, now!”

Kenny shouted, completely losing his composure. The moment he heard the blasts, he already had a suspect in mind.

Still, he couldn’t quite believe it. Was she really that crazy? Would she really dare to set her sights on the Austin Family?

Laurinda sat on the sofa, watching the video of Kenny’s meltdown, the corners of her lips turning up. Her eyes sparkled with delight.

Jack and York got word of the explosion at Stonehaven at the same time. They both looked over at the sofa, the icy look in their eyes fading as they smiled, all warmth and affection.

All that mattered to them was that Laurinda was happy. As long as she was smiling, nothing else mattered.

Kenny was busy all night. By the time the fires in all three locations were finally put out at dawn, no one had even started counting the casualties.