Unmasking the Heiress (Evangeline and Walte) novel Chapter 424

Chapter 424 

Chapter 424 

Walter fell silent. 

Walter knew David like the back of his hand after years of working side by side. David would never come knocking that late over something minor. So, Walter sat back, ready to listen to the whole scoop in one go. 

As expected… 

“You’ve been suspicious about Miss Minnie’s identity for a while, which is why I shadow her day and night. But tonight, I’ve got something bigger. It’s about who Minnie really is. 

“Minnie’s backed by some heavy hitters–a family with big dreams. They’ve heard about the Gordons owning the South and the Fosters running the North, and they’re itching to shake things up, make it a three -way power play.” 

Walter rubbed his chin thoughtfully. “Who’s feeding you this?” he asked. 

“Celina, the boss of Sunny Glow Beauty Salon. Don’t let her youth f everyone, and has the scoop on everything.” 

David was earnest. 

you–she’s connected, knows 

In less than an hour with Celina, he had pegged her as sharp as a tack, Plus, her story checked out with his investigation, so he was betting she was on the level. 

“You really buy what she’s selling?” 

Walter’s question caught David off guard, but his reply did not waver. 

“I do.” 

“Remember, trusting too fast isn’t always smart.” Walter’s words did not quite match the look in his eyes as he absentmindedly rubbed his chin. His deep, dark eyes seemed to be hiding a storm of thoughts that no one could read. 

“You know that family you keep talking about, the one with all the clout? Don’t tell me it’s… the Bennisons, the ones stirring up all sorts of drama down in the Southern Crownlands lately?” 

David’s eyes widened, and he went a shade paler. “How’d you find out, sir?” 

The Bennison family was shrouded in secrecy, and David had only started piecing things together after getting the information from Celina. 

Walter flashed a sly smile. “Ever heard of a guy’s gut feeling?” 

David shook his head. “I don’t buy into gut feelings. I stick to the solid, hard facts.” 

Walter let out a long sigh and patted David’s head. “You’ve been by my side through thick and thin. I’ve put you through a lot. It’s late–do you want to crash here or head home?” 

Before David could even get a word out, Walter decided for him. “Stay here. The place is empty except for me. Just pick any room and hit the hay.” 

Crystal Waters House sure felt empty without Evangeline around. 

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