Bernard, sharp as ever, immediately understood what had happened. He laughed in disbelief and pointed at Ethan. “You sly little devil.”

“Uncle, careful with your words. You’re the one who taught me to be cautious with what I say,” Ethan replied calmly.

Bernard wisely decided to drop the topic.

Ethan had become harder to fool as he grew older, and his vengeful nature was no joke. Bernard had only made a few remarks, but once Ethan found out, he ...