Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

The note had only three words: “Identification, wrong!”

It clearly told them that the result of the identification was incorrect.

Many knew that they were searching for Alina, and almost every hidden family was aware, yet no one knew that they suspected Tina was Alina’s child, and they had even conducted a paternity test with Tina.

The person who left the note for the old man clearly knew their family affairs inside out.

This was not a good sign.

“I found it on my pillow when I woke up two days ago,” Ian said, looking up at him with a sneer. “Funny, isn’t it? Someone entered my room right under your noses, and no one noticed!”

Jack was now sweating profusely, “Dad! Why didn’t you say something about such a big issue earlier?”

“There was no malice intended.”

If there had been, he probably wouldn’t be alive now.

“Still, you should have told us, so we could have beefed up security,” Jack was now genuinely frightened.

Fortunately, the old man was unharmed, or he would have been torn apart by his brothers at home.

“I didn’t tell you because I’ve been thinking about the accuracy of this matter for the past few days, so I’ve decided to do the paternity test again,” Ian’s expression darkened, “Don’t tell anyone else, just the two of us know, and have Angela do it.”

“But Angela, she…”

Before Jack could finish, Ian interrupted sharply, “As long as she conducts this test, I will let her leave the Brookes family!”

Jack opened his mouth but seeing Ian’s stern face, he finally just sighed, “I understand.”

Ian glanced at him and added, “Go find Tina, get her blood, hair, saliva, anything that can be tested, get it all.”

Jack’s mouth twitched, “Isn’t that too offensive?”

“We’ve already offended her last time. Tina is so smart, she must have guessed we did the paternity test,” Ian said, “Since we are doing it again, let’s be thorough and tell her the truth rather than sneaking around.”

The next day.

Tina had just gotten out of bed and heard a commotion outside in the living room, sounding like guests had arrived.

Hugo had not been in Ashbury long and was unlikely to have friends visiting.

Even business partners wouldn’t visit early in the morning.

And the voices sounded familiar.

She changed her clothes and walked out.

“Serena! I’ve missed you so much!”

Before Tina could step out, James ran towards her with open arms.

She stepped back immediately and slammed the door.

With a bang, James’s nose bled profusely.

Jennie quickly handed him a tissue, “Mr. Heart, quick, wipe it off, are you okay?”

James waved his hand, “I’m fine, I’m fine, please sit, I’m okay.”

Tina then came out of her room, walked to the living room, took a piece of fruit from the fruit plate, and looking up, asked, “Have you finished copying the code of conduct?”

Hayden had come back early because his uncle had a task.

The others had finished copying long ago.

Only James had taken so long, not only had he not finished, but he had also run back to Ensford.

She hadn’t had time to deal with him recently, but this kid had actually come looking for her.

James wiped his nosebleed, sitting across from Tina, and chuckled sheepishly, “I’ve finished. I came here specifically to bring something for Serena to check.”

Having finished speaking, he handed over the copied rules of engagement to Tina with a smirk that seemed rather sly. Tina, uninterested, glanced over them briefly. The handwriting was flamboyant but utterly hideous. Disdainfully, she set the document aside and looked at James. “What brings you to Ashbury?”Property © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Seeing that Tina wasn’t angry, James breathed a sigh of relief and explained, “I’m here to discuss a collaboration with the Reed family, interested in a piece of their land.”

Tina raised an eyebrow. “The one in East Bay?”

“Exactly, has Serena also shown interest?” James asked.

“Mhm.”

James smiled. “Great, Serena, I’ll secure it for you.”

Anything Serena liked, even if it were the stars and the moon, he would pluck them from the sky for her!

Observing his smug face, Tina simply closed her eyes, preferring to remain silent.

Hugo, unaware of their conversation, knew it was Tina’s personal matter and chose not to interfere. “Mr. Heart, let’s have lunch together at noon. I owe you for your help before; without it, things wouldn’t have gone so smoothly,” Hugo said, grateful regardless of James’s reasons.

James certainly wouldn’t refuse-an invitation to lunch from his father-in-law! However, catching Tina’s sidelong glance, the ready acceptance died on his lips. “Not today, I’ve got another engagement. Next time, for sure.”

Hugo didn’t press further.

As the chairman of Mendara, having come all the way to Ashbury, Hugo had important matters to attend to and couldn’t delay his guest’s schedule. “Alright, let me know when you’re free; I’ll await your call.”

James beamed. “No problem.”

The father-in-law was the best!

After spending some time with the Reed family, Tina, accompanied by Courtney, left with James.

In the car, James, flaunting his wealth, looked at Tina. “Serena, what do you want that land for? If you’re thinking of building, I’ve plenty of other properties. That area’s too barren, not suitable at all.”

“Researching bombs,” Tina stated flatly.

The suburban land was more secluded and farther from residential areas, ensuring safety. Tina had her eye on it early on, but since it belonged to the Reed family, she couldn’t approach them directly. Initially, she considered sending Hayden to negotiate, but now with James, it was perfect.

“Alright, I’ll go talk to the Reed family. Wait for the good news, Serena!”

Not just for researching bombs-were it even for cannons, James would gladly offer the land.

Arriving at the agreed location with Damian, James was about to get out of the car. Tina initially didn’t want to show herself, but seeing Damian waiting outside, they made eye contact and she eventually stepped out. “Long time no see.”

Damian smiled awkwardly. “Long time no see.”

He was still somewhat unsure how to face Tina, and even more unclear about her relationship with James.

“Mr. Reed, this is Serena, joining me today. Hope that’s not an issue?” James knew about the messy affairs of the Reed family, and that Damian’s relations with Tina were fairly good.

That was why he chose to buy that land from Damian.

The Reed family had been significantly impacted by incidents involving Annabelle and Jasper. James’s offer to buy the land came at a critical time for them.

Damian smiled. “Of course, no problem, as long as Tina doesn’t mind.”

“I don’t mind, let’s go inside.” Tina smiled graciously and walked in with Courtney.