Chapter 1823

"Others might brag. Your folks and Uncle Drake? Never," Solomon said.

He'd heard stories. 20 years ago, the four families got hammered, nearly wiped out by the Illuminati.

Lillian's parents, with allies from Orkgate, Flesta, Wrastow City, and overseas, fought back and won. It was a saga etched into the four families' history.

Solomon was born after that and missed the historic moment.

"Finish your food and hit the books," he said, setting down his fork and knife. "My parents told me to stick with you, so I'm crashing here. Uncle Marion was fine with it and told me to make sure you do your homework."

He and Lillian grew up together, mostly at the Houston Mansion.

Debra and Marion were always working or traveling. His own parents were worse, globetrotting like they were making up for lost decades. They rarely stayed at home.

Jordan and Juan were the ones who had raised them.

Solomon took after the two guys. He was cool and responsible, especially when it came to Lillian's schoolwork.

"You're late," Lillian said, darting to the couch. She dumped her bag, pulling out completed assignments. "I've finished everything. Surprise?"

Solomon got a bad feeling. "What are you up to?"

"Don't overthink it," she replied, packing her bag. "They said the powder was sold around school. I wanna check it out. If we nab someone, we're heroes, right?"

Her bag was not filled with books, but pepper spray and pocket knives.

Solomon pinched his nose. He should've known she wouldn't sit still.

Peaceful days bored her. She enjoyed courting trouble and getting scolded by her parents.

"Lillian..." He tried to talk her out of it.

"No time to waste," she cut him off, grabbing his arm and bolting out.

In the car, Debra scrolled through Jordan's report on Stanley's confession.

Without looking up, she said, "Tell our guys to tail Lillian."

"Done," Marion replied.

In the driver's seat, Drake asked, "What is going on?"

"You know her personality," Debra sighed. "She'd never stay put."

She was sure Lillian would sneak out.

Drake grimaced. "Who made her such a pain?"

"I'd like to know the answer too," Debra said, looking up. Latest content published on Find~Novel.net