Chapter 508

Unexpectedly, Henry had met a gruesome end. His eyes widened, and he died in misery. Richard released his grip on the dagger, and Henry collapsed immediately. He stood up, his gaze fixed on Camden. "I didn't do it. He secretly switched the dagger, and I believe he poisoned it," Camden explained, his voice carrying a touch of compassion. Henry had, in his own way, helped him, particularly in business matters. He had imparted valuable knowledge, as if grooming him as an heir. But Henry's heinous act of murdering Camden's parents was unforgivable. Richard looked away from Camden and turned his attention to Pearl, who lay unconscious. "Evil Spirits, Deathly Pearl," he murmured, a hint of melancholy in his tone, as if he had foreseen this revelation. "I didn't expect you to harbor so many hidden identities from me. It seems I'll need to uncover them." With Pearl in his arms, Richard headed for the exit, but Camden intercepted him. "Wait, Mister Richard." Richard paused but did