Renae was getting more and more curious about Matthew. She wanted to figure out what kind of person he actually was.

Reporting

on duty? Matthew frowned. He asked Dominic to take care of the body because he was with

the military and his special status meant that the police couldn't interfere.

But upon hearing the sudden update, Matthew assumed something had gone wrong. "Just give me the details, and be straight with me.'

Dominic glanced at Renae, thinking Matthew missed the hint. He suggested, "Can we talk about this in private?"

Matthew shook his head. "Don't worry about her. Feel free to say it."

Matthew didn't keep things from Renae. Did he trust her that much?

Renae's eyes lit up. Looking as joyful as ever, she smiled ear to ear with glee. Was it okay to say that now?

Dominic was visibly shocked. The dead person in question was Isaac. He was the heir of the Wood family and Horace's grandson. If news of this got out, it'd turn the world upside down. Nevertheless, Matthew didn't seem to take it seriously.

Dominic's demeanor became even more respectful. He leaned forward and lowered his head as he spoke a lot softer.

"Isaac's body is already taken care of. Mr. Miles told us to keep quiet about it and not let anyone know." Matthew thought for a moment and pretty much figured out what Brad wanted. "Got it. Thanks for your hard work. I'm heading out for a personal matter, so feel free to take a break here."

Dominic sported a troubled look. "Our assignment is to protect you and follow your orders. We have to stay by your side at all times. Don't worry. We won't get in your way at all, and we'll keep our distance." After thinking it over, Matthew uncrossed his arms. "Fine then. Just stay out of my way!"

Dominic repeatedly nodded. "Rest assured. We'll follow from a distance. Just wave when you need us, and we'll be right there. We won't interfere with what you're doing."

What made Dominic so well-behaved?

Matthew could hardly wrap his head around it. He recalled the scene when he first met Dominic and how Dominic introduced himself.

At the junkyard, Dominic thumped his chest as he gave his introduction. "I'm a Major, working in a battalion in the army. My dad's Brigadier, and my grandpa-"

Back then, Dominic was full of himself. He dismissed Matthew and didn't even bother to listen to Matthew's name.

How did he become so obedient and sensible? Was he still the same military brat Matthew knew? Seeing that Matthew was quiet, Dominic reiterated, "I'll follow through on my word."

It was his duty, so he couldn't risk leaving Matthew's side.

Plus, Dominic couldn't shake the feeling that Matthew was someone special. If he couldn't care less about Horace, his background had to be impressive. Dominic wanted to seize this opportunity to get closer to Matthew.

Matthew chuckled. "Okay. Let's get going."

...

In the courtyard stood a big honey locust tree. Its sprawling branches shaded the entire area. Beneath the tree, Horace lounged in a chair.

As the sunlight filtered through the lush leaves, it cast light patches on Horace's wrinkled face. His stern look and intense eyes gave off an intimidating presence.

All of a sudden, Horace recalled something and sat up. He called Terrence Wood, his son.

"Hello? What are you doing right now?"

In a hospital, Terrence was having a meeting with his doctors when he saw the incoming call and frowned.noveldrama

Horace and Terrence were father

and son. It had been a year since

their last phone call, and they barely talked when they saw each other. So, why was Horace calling O Terrence?

After walking out of the meeting room, he covered his mouth and whispered, "Did you call me for something, Dad?"

The moment Horace heard Terrence, he got really annoyed. "What's that supposed to mean? Can't I call you if I don't have anything important to say?"

Frowning, Terrence didn't know what was up with Horace. Why was his tone so harsh right from the get- go?

Terrence checked the time, feeling a little fed up. "What's the deal? I'm still in a meeting. Just get to the point."

Horace snapped, "You brat, are you already losing your patience? All you care about is your job and patients. Do you even know what it means to be a father? When was the last time you cared about Isaac?"