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The signal to the surveillance footage was interrupted.

After Melody disconnected the surveillance system’s cables in Sweedy’s hospital ward, she stated the purpose of their arrival, “We’re here to take what Shanty gave you!”

Abruptly, a tremble ran through Sweedy. Her gaze that was fixed on them was filled with fear and anxiety as she asked, “J-Just who are you guys?”

“I’m from the Young Family Village,” Nash revealed, as only by claiming to be from the Young Family Village could they get Sweedy to hand over the fragment.

“Y-Young Family… Village? What is that place?” Sweedy was puzzled at first. However, she then exclaimed in surprise, “How do you know my sister’s name?”

“My grandmother is also from Young Family Village. I heard about Shanty from her,” Melody said with a blank expression as she crossed her arms.

After a long silence, Sweedy glared at Nash and asked, “Whose child are you? Is your family close to my sister?”

“He’s the direct descendant of Christopher Young. Sweedy is just someone who married into the branch family,” Melody answered on Nash’s behalf.

Sweedy looked at Nash in disbelief. “How can I trust you?”

“You have no choice. We need that last piece of the map,” Melody said coldly in a formidable manner. She was exuding the aura of a strong and assertive businesswoman.

Sweedy came from a prestigious family but still lowered her head in Melody’s presence. “My sister sewed the last piece into the ‘Map of Splendid Mountains and Rivers’. I handed that map to my third brother for safekeeping…”

“Who’s your third brother?” Nash asked quickly.

“His name is Sylvan Joe,” Sweedy answered honestly.

“Do you know anything else about the Young family?” Nash asked again.

Sweedy revealed the truth she was privy to. “The Lanes and the Duersons were involved in the Young family massacre!”

Her gaze was dodgy. She had considered exposing Walter as well, but given they were husband and wife, she decided to keep that information hidden.

Nash, however, had already guessed that Walter had something to do with Sweedy being inflicted with the Longhorn. “Your husband, Walter. He was involved too, right?”

It was clear to them now that Walter had made Sweedy a vegetable in order to hide certain secrets. Sweedy had been in the ward ever since she woke up, and this showed that Walter was keeping her confined there.

“When Howard came to Walter for manpower that time, Walter didn’t know that he had intended to deal with the Young family. Walter had no choice but to agree to his request since he was a member of the Green Bamboo Association,” Sweedy explained.

“Mr. Young, I beg you. Spare my husband’s life on the account that my sister is also from the Young Family Village!” Sweedy pleaded with her head lowered.

Melody glanced at Nash from the corner of her eye, curious about how the man would handle this situation.

“The ignorant bear no wrong.

“Walter was unaware of what happened back then and was forced to lend his manpower to Howard. I don’t blame him,” Nash sighed and turned to Melody. “Let’s go look for Sylvan.” NôvelDrama.Org exclusive content.

They left the ward, and by coincidence, saw Walter walking toward them.

“Mr. Calcraft, is my wife okay?” Walter looked nervous. He was afraid that she might have revealed some things to Nash.

“She’s fine. She just needs some more rest,” Nash replied expressionlessly before quickly walking away with Melody.

“I’ll walk you out!” Walter called out and hurried after them.

After seeing Nash’s group off, he rushed to Sweedy’s room and asked coldly, “What did you tell them just now?”

Nash’s attitude had changed dramatically from how he was earlier. Walter could not help but assume the worst. Sweedy just shook her head. “I didn’t say anything.”

Since the Young family members had forgiven Walter, the Watsons would not face any retaliation. Walter likely had no idea just who Nash was. Nash had even sent the others out just now, which meant that he did not want anyone else to know his background either. In this case, she would also keep his secret.

In an Audi outside the villa, Xeno had ended a call. With a dark expression, he said, “Sylvan has a significant amount of debt. He used the Map of Splendid Mountains and Rivers as collateral to the creditor, Black Tiger Hall. They, in turn, entrusted it to the Artful Prosperity Auction House for consignment. The auction house has scheduled to auction it this afternoon!”