Unfolding [2]

Chapter - 113

"What? Did you honestly believe she was oblivious?" Rick shot Martin a disdainful look, his expression bordering on disbelief. The implication was clear; in Rick's eyes, Martin was nothing short of a complete imbecile. It became increasingly evident why the elderly woman had entrusted Evelina with handling all affairs.

'Her sons,' Rick thought, a condescending tone lacing his words, 'are a collective assembly of dimwits.' His raised eyebrow accentuated the incredulity he felt towards the incompetence of Evelina's family.

'One grandson of hers was entangled in the clutches of addiction, while the other two,' Rick scoffed, 'wouldn't bat an eye if someone strolled up and decided to chop their ding-dongs, as long as they got their precious 'Chicken Dinner.''