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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by testsuphomeAdmin Avery discovers a suspiciously new USB drive in what was supposed to be an ancient tomb, raising immediate questions about its origin. As she examines it, Eve suddenly appears in the chapel doorway, feigning vulnerability before revealing her true, calculating nature. The tension escalates when Eve pulls a gun on Avery, demanding the USB, while Oren, Avery’s bodyguard, intervenes with his own weapon. The confrontation highlights Eve’s sudden shift from a seemingly fragile ally to a ruthless adversary,…
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      CHAPTER 63

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      CHAPTER 66

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The protagonist enters a chapel early in the morning, bathed in colorful light from stained-glass windows, searching for a hidden clue. After meticulously examining the pews and finding nothing, they turn their attention to the marble altar, which holds a candelabra, a golden Bible, and a silver cross. An inscribed biblical quote—2 Corinthians 4:18—catches their eye, hinting at a deeper mystery. The verse’s emphasis on the "unseen" sparks their curiosity, leading them to suspect the altar may conceal…
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      CHAPTER 68

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this emotionally charged chapter, Grayson and Avery share a poignant conversation in the chapel, revealing layers of unresolved tension and vulnerability. Grayson begins by apologizing, acknowledging his self-punishment for past failures and the relentless pressure he faced from his late grandfather. Avery, initially resistant, listens as Grayson confesses his struggle with perfectionism and the fear that he loved the idealized memory of his late fiancée, Emily, more than he could love a real person.…
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      CHAPTER 83

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts a high-stakes chess match between the protagonist and Vincent Blake, a formidable and wealthy adversary. The protagonist, playing white, opens with the Queen’s Gambit, a classic maneuver, but soon reveals her strategic depth by luring Blake into a trap that costs him his queen. As the game progresses, Blake realizes they are more evenly matched than he anticipated, and the tension escalates with each move. The protagonist’s calculated playstyle and psychological edge become…
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      CHAPTER 84

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vincent Blake honoring his wager with Avery but banishing her from his property, ordering his men to escort her, Grayson, and Alisa Ortega away. Toby intervenes when a guard roughly grabs Avery, asserting his authority as Tobias Blake to take charge of their departure. This moment underscores Toby's conflicted position—while Avery has won her gamble, Toby is now bound to the Blake legacy against his will. The tension escalates as Eve confronts them, furious at being used as a pawn…
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      CHAPTER 69

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Xander retrieving and playing two seemingly garbled audio files from separate USBs. When combined, the files reveal a clear message from the late Tobias Hawthorne, addressing Avery and the Hawthorne brothers. His voice, eerily present, immediately shifts the atmosphere in the room. The recording begins with Hawthorne reflecting on his life, acknowledging his luck and cunning in achieving greatness, while also hinting at the mystery surrounding Avery's connection to him and the…
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