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CHAPTER 62
Avery grapples with the shocking possibility that Will Blake, Vincent Blake’s long-missing son, might be Toby’s biological father. Mallory Laughlin’s vague revelations about a charming older man named Liam, coupled with the timeline of Will’s disappearance, fuel Avery’s suspicions. Questions swirl about Toby’s knowledge of his parentage, Vincent Blake’s motives for taking him, and how Tobias Hawthorne came to possess a seal belonging to Will. The weight of these unanswered questions leaves…-
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CHAPTER 48
The chapter opens with the discovery of a cryptic pencil sketch on the label of a rare 1973 Chateau Margaux bottle from Tobias Hawthorne’s collection. The drawing depicts a teardrop-shaped crystal, sparking curiosity about its significance. While Grayson initially guesses it might relate to jewelry, the protagonist recalls seeing similar crystals elsewhere and deduces they are part of a chandelier. This realization narrows their search to one of the eighteen crystal chandeliers in Hawthorne House,…-
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CHAPTER 49
The chapter opens with a tense moment as the protagonist, Avery, discovers a chilling message—"DON’T TRUST ANYONE"—projected from a crystal. The warning fills her with dread, and she immediately seeks clarification from Jameson and Grayson, wondering if it’s a cryptic clue. Jameson examines the crystal further and finds the faint letters "Fin," suggesting the game is over. Avery struggles to accept this, questioning whether the USB drive they found earlier might still hold significance, but Jameson…-
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CHAPTER 50
The chapter opens with the protagonist preparing to leave Hawthorne House under tight security measures. Oren, displeased with the decision, arranges for three identical SUVs to deter paparazzi from identifying which vehicle contains the protagonist and Eve. Xander Hawthorne accompanies them, primarily for Rebecca’s sake, while Grayson and Jameson remain behind. During the ride, Eve inquires about her grandmother, Rebecca’s mother, and Xander describes her as intense, detailing how she abandoned her…-
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CHAPTER 51
Eve, accompanied by Avery and Xander, arrives at Rebecca’s home to meet Mallory, Rebecca’s mother and Eve’s grandmother. The tension is palpable as Rebecca’s red, chapped hands hint at the stress and emotional turmoil within the household. The living room is immaculately clean, suggesting either Rebecca’s efforts to cope or Mallory’s obsessive control. Mallory’s fixation on Eve is immediate, as she dismisses Avery’s presence and lavishes attention on Eve, comparing her to her late daughter,…-
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CHAPTER 52
The chapter opens with tension as Eve chooses to stay at the cottage with Mallory rather than return to the Hawthorne estate, leaving Avery grappling with guilt and suspicion. Despite Oren's reassurances about extensive security measures—including guards for Eve and Mallory—Avery's internal mantra, "don't trust anyone," underscores her growing paranoia. The arrival of Alisa, the family's lawyer, further heightens the stakes as she presents Avery with a damning news article questioning her ability to…-
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CHAPTER 53
The chapter opens with the protagonist and their team divided into tasks to decipher two key clues: a seal and a number. Grayson focuses on financial records, while Xander, Thea, and Rebecca explore the significance of the date December 29, 1982. Jameson and the protagonist tackle the phone number, speculating that adding an area code could reveal a location or a lead to Toby's whereabouts. Despite their efforts, initial attempts to call the number yield no results, and an internet search provides only…-
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CHAPTER 63
Avery, accompanied by Jameson and security personnel, arrives at Wayback Cottage to confront Eve and Grayson. The tension is palpable as Avery questions Mrs. Laughlin about Grayson and Eve's whereabouts, leading her to the kitchen where Eve sits with Mallory while Grayson stands protectively nearby. Avery's urgency is evident as she demands to speak with Grayson privately, but Eve insists on joining the conversation. The scene sets the stage for a confrontation, with Avery's suspicions about Eve's true…-
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CHAPTER 64
The chapter opens with a heated confrontation between Avery and Grayson outside, where Avery expresses her devastation over Eve's rejection of the Hawthorne family. Grayson, cold and dismissive, declares he was wrong about Avery before walking away, leaving her emotionally shattered. Avery reflects on their past interactions, from Grayson's subtle gestures of care to their shared moments, contrasting them with his current harshness. Meanwhile, Jameson attempts to comfort Avery, offering practical solutions…-
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CHAPTER 65
The chapter delves into Vincent Blake's conviction that his son, Will, is dead and that his body is hidden on Tobias Hawthorne's property. The narrator reflects on Toby Blake's theft of the family seal and his cryptic message to the narrator's mother, hinting at a deeper truth. Toby's hidden poem, "A Poison Tree," suggests his awareness of his father's secrets, including the concealed adoption and Will Blake's fate. The narrator pieces together that Toby knew about Will's predatory behavior toward Mallory,…-
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