Chapter 2

When George and Evelyn both insisted that Leo was Finn's biological son, I wasn't surprised at all.

Because I also knew that Leo was indeed Finn's child.

That's why I had arranged for Finn's cremation so quickly, and even had the house thoroughly cleaned, leaving not a single hair behind.

But even if he was Finn's son, I could still prevent him from inheriting anything.

"You can't just say it's true without proof. What if there's been a mistake?" I said, forcing my swollen eyes open. "We can't just take her word for it. We need evidence."

Charlotte, her head still bandaged and looking pitiful, said, "We can do a paternity test."

Evelyn, hearing this, stood up angrily. "It's because of you, you barren hen! We hadn't even arrived, and you had him cremated. How are we supposed to do a test now?"

I shook my head, crying, "We can't just make baseless claims. I won't accept it without proof."

Evelyn was about to berate me further when George stopped her. "Calm down. She's grieving too. But we can't let my grandson be left out in the cold. I can do a DNA test with him. After all, Finn was my only son, so a test with me should serve as evidence. Aria, will you accept the results if they come back positive?"

I nodded, "I don't understand the science, but if the testing center says it's valid, I'll accept it. Whatever he's entitled to, he'll get, even if he is... illegitimate."

Evelyn flew into a rage again. "Who are you calling illegitimate? He's our family's only heir! You can't even have children, and now you're trying to ruin the child's reputation."

I scoffed internally. The kid was clearly born out of wedlock, and they were upset about calling him illegitimate?

I looked at the three people in the room.

The arrogant George, the bitter Evelyn, and Charlotte, who had caused all this trouble and was now playing the victim.

I wondered what kind of drama would unfold in the future.

I do love a good show.

I watched George call the DNA testing center, barely able to hold back my laughter. When the results came back, it would be time for me to enjoy the spectacle.

Because I knew the test would show no blood relation.

That's when my real hunt would begin. None of these three would get off easy.