The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 1267

In the backyard, the kids were caught up in a lively game of "Eagle and Chicks." Skyler played the protective hen, while Beverley took on the role of the eagle.

"Can't catch us, can't catch us, no you can't…" The children's laughter, tinkling like silver bells, filled the garden in joyous waves.

After the game, worn out and giggling, they retreated indoors for a well-deserved break and some snacks.

Dino, the friendly alpaca, ambled over, clearly eyeing the treats. Nina picked up a carrot stick and fed it to Dino, who gobbled it up in no time. She stroked its snowy fleece, delighting in its soft, comforting touch.

Just then, Skyler's phone buzzed with an incoming email. He opened it to find a piece of music.

The melody was eerie, a deep, haunting sound that seemed to wail like troubled spirits.

Skyler frowned and quickly turned it off.

"That's classic Geoffrey," he muttered, annoyed, "Always over the top."

"What was that, Skyler?" Nina asked, wrinkling her nose, "It was so creepy, and it almost made me want to cry."

"Yeah, me too," William chimed in, nodding solemnly.

"That tune was weird, gave me the heebie-jeebies," added Kane.

Skyler explained, "That was the infamous 'Gloomy Sunday,' a piece I studied back in my psychology class. It's known for its unsettling effect on listeners."

Beverley's eyes widened, "Oh, I've heard about that. They say it's cursed, that anyone who listens to it ends up taking their own life."