Real Heiress: Flash Marriage With Boyfriend's Uncle - Chapter 173

Chapter 173: A sign of danger Chapter 173: A sign of danger Lucius took the water hose from Grandma Alessia, his hands gently guiding the stream toward the garden.

“You’ve grown your own vegetable patch here, Grandma,” he observed with admiration.

“It’s far better than anything you’d find at the market,” Lady Alessia replied with a hint of pride, before instructing him to water the plants thoroughly.

“I’m on it,” Lucius said with a smile.

He glanced over at her, concern lacing his tone.

“Why don’t you sit down for a while?

Standing too long might strain your knees.” Lady Alessia nodded and made her way to the porch, settling under the shade of the slanted roof.

She watched him work, a fond smile softening her features.

“I never thought I’d see you again after all this time,” she said, her voice reflective.

“Are you happy with your life now?” “I am,” Lucius replied warmly.

“I met your wife, and I must say, I like her.

She’s grounded, and her kind nature speaks volumes.

You’ve found a real gem, Lucius.

Just make sure you cherish her and keep her happy.

I know you’re a gentleman, but as your grandmother, I can’t help offering a bit of advice,” she added with a knowing smile.

Lucius nodded, his expression turning thoughtful.

“I understand, Grandma.

Layla means the world to me.

She’s the light in my life, lifting me up even on my darkest days.

I’ll do everything I can to ensure she’s always happy.

And I will keep your advice in my mind always.” “Good.

Your parents must be proud to have such a fine son,” Grandma Alessia remarked with a warm smile.

“Yeah, they are,” Lucius replied, forcing a smile.

He kept the truth buried-how much his mother despised him.

His father’s love had been constant, but Alekis’ feelings remained a mystery.

Lucius didn’t want to burden his grandmother with the complicated dynamics of his family.

Lady Alessia, unaware of these struggles, remained blissfully ignorant.

Demitri had never spoken about Lucius’ strained relationship with his mother.

“You should stop watering now,” Grandma Alessia suggested.

Before Lucius could turn off the tap, Demitri appeared and did it for him.

“Where’s Layla and the others?” Lucius asked, straightening up.

“They’re inside the house,” Demitri replied, his tone even.

He walked over to their grandmother and extended a hand.

“Come, Grandma.

I’ll take you to your room,” he said, gently helping her to her feet.

“You did a good job,” Alessia said with a warm smile before walking away, leaning on Demitri’s arm.

Lucius watched them go, a sense of peace settling over him.

The tranquil moment was interrupted by the vibration of his phone in his pocket.

Pulling it out, he saw his father’s name flashing on the screen.

He answered, bringing the phone to his ear.

“Yes, Dad?” “Aren’t you in the city?” Alekis asked.

“No, I’m out of town.

I’ll be back tomorrow.

Is everything alright?” Lucius asked, his concern growing.

“No, nothing serious,” Alekis replied.

“I just wanted to know why you left without informing your father,” he added.

“It was a last-minute plan, Dad.

I’ll explain everything when I get back,” Lucius said, trying to keep his tone light.

“Alright,” Alekis said curtly before hanging up.

Lucius stared at the screen, a sinking feeling settling in his chest.

His father’s tone had been off, and despite his words, Lucius couldn’t shake the sense that something was wrong.

~~~~ Roger frowned as the familiar number lit up his phone screen again.

He let it ring, refusing to answer.

It was the tenth time since last evening that he’d received a call from this number.

A quick check had revealed the caller’s identity-Sylvia.

“Why is she pestering me?” he muttered under his breath, rolling his eyes.

Annoyed, he blocked her number.

Just as he was about to set the phone down on the table, a new message notification popped up.

His irritation gave way to curiosity as he opened the message and began to read.

“Fred is dead?!” Roger’s entire body went cold.

Without thinking, he rushed toward the door, intending to inform Lucius.

But he stopped himself.

“No, I can’t tell Boss about this now.

He’s here to get away from all that.

Tomorrow, I’ll break the news,” he muttered, trying to steady his thoughts.

He quickly dialed Zayne, needing more information.

The call connected almost instantly.

“Roger, why is Boss’s phone off?” Zayne asked, his tone tense.

“He’s on a short break with Madam.

Don’t share anything with him for now.

I’ll handle it in the morning,” Roger said, his voice firm.

“How did you find out?

Wasn’t Fred supposed to have left the country?” “I thought so too,” Zayne replied.

“But he didn’t make it.

The state they found him in… it wasn’t good.

Boss met Fred recently, didn’t he?

Do you think this could be a sign of danger?” Zayne’s voice dropped to a cautious whisper.

Roger’s mind immediately went to Tsar.

Was this his doing?

The timing was too coincidental.

“I can’t confirm anything yet, but stay low,” Roger advised.

“Keep your eyes open and report back if anything unusual happens.” “Okay,” Zayne replied before the call disconnected.

Roger lowered the phone, his mind racing.

If Tsar is truly behind this, I have to stop Boss from going after him, he thought, tension knotting his shoulders.

But will he even let me?

Running his fingers through his hair, he let out a frustrated sigh.

His thoughts spiraled as he pressed his fingertips against his temples, trying to ease the growing headache.

“What exactly have you gotten yourself into, Matteo?” he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper.

“I can’t even bring myself to blame you.” But the weight of the situation was undeniable.

Roger’s chest tightened with dread.

“Now, it feels like Boss will be pulled into something far more dangerous than we ever anticipated.” His fear was visible on his face as he sat on the bed’s edge.

He knew Lucius well-once he learned of Fred’s death and Tsar’s possible involvement, there would be no holding him back.

Lucius would go after Tsar, and the consequences be dangerous.

And that, Roger feared, would set off a chain of events Lucius might get hurt.

“I need to figure out a way to handle this before it’s too late,” Roger muttered.

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