Chapter 49

"Everyone must be tired by now. There are hot springs in the back. Go enjoy yourselves, and we'll continue later tonight." Everyone present was sharp enough to read the room. At those words, they laughed and began chatting as they left. Charlotte didn't want to go, but Oliver shot her a warning look. "Charlotte, isn't your dad feeling unwell? Shouldn't you go check on him?" She bit her lip and had no choice but to nod. "Okay, Uncle Oliver." Before leaving, she couldn't help glancing once more at Jasper. Jasper's gaze rested on Emilia, who was playing happily not far away. Whatever had happened earlier left no mark on him. No matter how disheveled the others looked, he remained composed and aloof, as refined as ever. Charlotte watched him almost obsessively. Then she sensed a chill. She looked up and met Oliver's icy stare. She shuddered and quickly turned away. Just like that, the commotion was swept aside with a few light words from Oliver. Olivia watched as Brandon dragged D