Chapter 69

Fathia, who didn't quite understand her father's words at the time, simply nodded. Her young mind processed the fact that her uncle was a monster she needed to be cautious of. She couldn't let her guard down even for a second.

It meant... she needed to suspect Alef Walker now. Which is why she had been trying to access the archives at Group Azure's office for the past week. Right, Jess mentioned they had a late shift. That meant she would have plenty of time to search. Or... if the opportunity arose again because sneaking into her father's office tonight was impossible. Too risky with Kenzo around. Why did that guy have to come home now? Usually, he didn't return until Monday.

But what if he didn't come home? Oh my God! Fathia groaned in frustration at last. She was torn between feeling grateful and annoyed at having Kenzo's presence in her house right now.

Slowly shaking her head to dismiss the discomfort in her heart, she o