Chapter 84 The Murder Attempt.

The house was quiet that evening, the kind of serene silence that usually followed a day full of activities. I had just finished preparing dinner when Claudia called from the kitchen, letting me know that the meal was ready. I appreciated her help, as always. Michael had been unusually fussy today, and I was looking forward to a peaceful evening with Kai. As I made my way downstairs, I could smell the tantalizing aroma of Claudia's cooking. She had really outdone herself this time—everything looked perfect. I was relieved to have someone as skilled as Claudia helping out, especially on days when I felt stretched too thin. Kai came down from his study, looking worn but content. “Dinner smells great,” he said, giving me a quick kiss on the cheek. I could see the fatigue in his eyes but was grateful that we could at least enjoy a nice meal together. We sat down at the dining table, the warmth of the food a comforting end to a challenging day. Michael had already been fed and was now p