Chapter 714 Albert Knows
Cody suddenly realized that Fabian couldn’t see him, either. He turned to Wynter and asked, “I can hear Mr. Quinnell Senior talking, but why can’t he hear me?”
“It’s nighttime now,” Wynter replied vaguely. “Shall I pass him the letter while you’re here?”
Cody nodded. He had placed the letter close to his heart, beneath several layers of clothing. The content was only revealed when Wynter touched the paper.
Fabian immediately took the letter. Its age was evident, the ink somewh
blurred.
The writing seemed like a dying man’s last words. “Don’t sign the Western agreement. Beware of traitors taking advantage of the situation and pay close attention to=”
The sentence ended abruptly. The author didn’t have time to complete the letter.
Fabian’s hand trembled as he leaned toward Cody. “Young man, what comes after this?”
“I’m only responsible for delivering the letter. I don’t know the rest,” Cody replied, looking confused.
Unable to hear Cody’s reply, Fabian turned to Wynter. To facilitate communication between the two, Wynter signaled Leo to activate his resentment and sweep past Fabian.
In the next instant, Fabian caught sight of Cody through the mirror. Though hazy, his voice was audible. It was evident that Cody had forgotten almost everything except delivering the letter.
Fabian’s queries were met with blank responses from Cody. However, there was one thing that Cody remembered. “Mr. Quinnell Senior, you need to send someone promptly.”
“I should send someone? To where?” Fabian asked in confusion.
Cody hesitated.
To where? How could he forget the destination? He knocked his head in frustration, and murmured, “How could I forget where to go?”
Wynter observed him with a pensive gaze.
The letter didn’t mention any location, yet Cody’s demeanor reflected his uneasiness. From a
psychological perspective, it was a subtle cry for help.
Although others might overlook it, Wynter could detect Cody’s underlying worry. However, he wouldn’t have such emotions if his task was simply to deliver a letter.
What else could be troubling a spirit?
Wynter couldn’t afford to dismiss Cody’s unusual demeanor. She took the letter from Fabian, her fingertips grazing the worn edges of the paper.
Just then, Phil and Albert stepped into the study, the former eagerly seeking Insights into Cody’s message
Albert, oblivious to the unfolding scene, offered a faint smile as he turned to Wynter. “Did you send Phil to
Chapter 714 Albert Krows.
fetch me? Are you unhappy with your future sister–in–law?”
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