Unraveling Deceit

Desmond slowly withdrew his gaze, the complex emotions in his eyes vanishing in an instant, replaced by an icy detachment.

He turned to Vivian and Daphne, who looked nervous. His voice was low and steady, but the pressure in the air was suffocating. "Spill it. What happened to Grandpa?" he asked.

Daphne snapped her head up, but the moment Desmond's cold stare landed on her, she froze. Every word s