Chapter 42

Daimon smiled affectionately as he held Oasis in his arms, but his sharp eyes never left the computer screen. With a few swift keystrokes, he uncovered the truth—this account belonged to the hacker who had just attacked his company. His gaze darkened. He turned back to Oasis, his voice gentle but probing. “Sweetheart, can you tell Daddy who was using this computer before you?” It was a simple question, asked with a soothing tone. But to Oasis, it felt like a trap. He couldn’t tell the truth, not without breaking his promise to Joxan. Pulling out his best trick, Oasis pouted and clung to Daimon’s arm. “I was alone, Daddy! I was just playing a game,” he whined dramatically. Then, with a sly glint in his eye, he added, “Why are you being so fussy? Do you not like me anymore? Maybe I should go tell Mommy you’re bullying me.” The gathered teachers and staff tensed, exchanging nervous glances. Meanwhile, Oasis doubled down on his performance—his lips trembled, his big eyes filled with fake t