Chapter 5449

The chefs of Heaven Springs worked their magic, crafting a plethora of delectable dishes that tantalized the taste buds. Charlie, no stranger to the delights of Heaven Springs, was not taken aback by the culinary mastery on display. However, amidst the array of flavors, it was the eggplant dish prepared by his grandmother that transported him back to his cherished childhood memories. The joyous atmosphere of the Evans family was infectious as they raised their wine glasses, toasting and celebrating the reunion with Charlie. Laughter and excitement filled the air as the family members savored their wine, delving into conversations. They inquired about the details of Charlie's life over the years, and in return, they enthusiastically shared the achievements and events that had shaped the Evans family. As the evening progressed, stories of Charlie's heroic feats in saving the Evans family from perilous situations emerged, sparking admiration and gratitude from all present. In the midst of the revelry, Charlie took the opportunity to voice his concerns about potential threats looming over the family. He revealed his suspicions that the Warriors Den might have covertly infiltrated the Evans family, possibly using informants to monitor their every move. To counter this threat, Charlie had entrusted Don Albert to block external signals, ensuring their safety. "I'm convinced that the traitor won't be someone obvious within the Evans family itself," Charlie asserted. "It's more likely that they are individuals very close to us, perhaps even among those who settled here after my parents left the United States." Grandpa Evans nodded gravely, recalling a previous incident involving Amelia, who had entered the family's life shortly after Charlie's parents passed away. "You might be right, Charlie, that incident with Amelia still haunts us. It seems that the Warriors Den had already started their infiltration then." Charlie nodded, his mind focused on the possible link between his parent's past and the current threat. "Before my parents left the United States, they seemed to have no involvement with the Warriors Den. It's likely that any connection lies within that period and the Warriors Den has a unique pattern of operating, they only deploy their own trusted operatives for missions. These 'own people' are fiercely loyal, be it the Dead Soldiers, the Cavalry Guards, or the members strategically placed in different countries and professions. This leads me to believe that the informants within the family are most likely among those who arrived after my parents left the United States. We must thoroughly investigate them." The old man's brow furrowed, deep in thought. "There were only two individuals who settled down after your parent's departure. One is your so-called third aunt and the other is Tece’s husband..."

At that moment, he glanced up at Tece, his mind racing with thoughts. Tece, too, suddenly felt a surge of nerves and blurted out, "Dad, Eddie shouldn’t be doubted, right? His family has a long history in the United States, just like ours. Plus, we've known each other in the business field. Over the years, we've grown closer..." Samuel Evans spoke gravely, "Tece, we mustn't underestimate the cunning of our adversaries. We can't afford to be overconfident in this matter." Tece's expression turned uneasy. She had known her husband for more than a decade and their daughter was now twelve years old. It was hard to believe he could be involved in anything suspicious. But she also knew that before the incident with her sister-in-law, she and her husband had a close bond. Everyone saw him marry a beautiful, generous and gentle wife, but who would have imagined that she would turn out to be the one plotting against them? The entire Evans family would have been wiped out, leaving no one behind. Samuel Evans continued, "After the incident in New York last time, both Marcus and I found Eddie highly suspicious. Shortly after that, Amelia committed suicide by poisoning herself. Our focus shifted to her and it made it difficult to place suspicion on Eddie." Charlie chimed in, "Grandpa's reasoning makes sense. Going by the timeline, my uncle is indeed the prime suspect. But we can't jump to conclusions just yet. Let's refrain from contacting anyone for now. Once I gather more information, we can discuss the next steps." Everyone agreed, well aware that until they unmasked the hidden enemies, the Evans family would never find peace. Tece, too, understood that they couldn't rely solely on intuition to judge her husband. Except for Charlie, no one could provide a guarantee with 100% certainty. Only through a thorough investigation would they discover the truth. Charlie nodded thoughtfully and proposed, "Since you've already informed my uncle about what happened last time, covering up yesterday's attack will only make him suspicious. So, when he and others inquire, tell them openly that the Evans family was attacked yesterday. Name the assailant as Gideon Alastair from the Warrior Den, claiming to hold the secret of longevity. Mention that the person who saved you last time also confronted Gideon and drove him away with a loud bang, leaving you unaware of what transpired afterward." Tece quickly asked, "What if he asks about you?" Charlie replied, "Simple. Tell him I did the same as last time, concealing my identity and revealing myself only through my voice. Say that it was me who rescued you in New York when you were under attack. When the time is right, casually mention that I told Gideon in front of you last night that I would one day take Morgana's head with my own hands!"