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CHAPTER 1271
Chapter 1271 Acknowledging Wynter as the New Owner
Wynter calmly inquired, “In my dream, Grandpa Gordon sent me a message through Youth Daily. He urged me to come home, saying he left something for me. Did he mention anything to you before he passed away?”
Henry was visibly stunned by her question. When he met. Wynter’s gaze once more, his eyes reddened as his hands slightly trembled.
“It seems the time has come. When Mr. Gordon was on his
deathbed, he had told me that someone would come and
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“No matter who becomes the Quinnell family’s head, I am bound to serve them. I initially pried Mr. Fabian about this, but he seemed unaware. I soon realized Mr. Gordon was uncertain who would come or when. It remained a mystery.”
Henry continued in a quavering voice, “But now, the time has come. Before this, I had expected to be laid to rest with Mr. Gordon’s wishes unfulfilled. Thankfully, you’ve arrived in time.”
Only at that moment did Henry feel a renewed sense of purpose. Such a feeling was different from merely learning about the Quinnell family’s new head.
Henry was a loyal and honorable man, having kept Gordon’s secret for years. Even if the Quinnell family had lost their glory in Hawford, he continued to safeguard the mansion until a new owner’s arrival.
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In olden times, people shared close and meaningful employer- employee relationships. While such bonds seemed quaint in the present time, they could still lead to monumental life. changes upon finding someone truly worth following.
Henry was now ready to embrace the legacy Gordon left. behind.
Although Wynter couldn’t empathize with Henry, she was deeply thankful for regaining her cognizance after her head injury.
She had dispelled the formation at the Quinnell residence and learned the truth behind the family. And now, she had followed Gordon’s guidance to Hawford.
Wynter doubted she could endure the years of guarding an uninhabited mansion. She couldn’t reveal a secret, nor did she
know who would arrive or when.
It was thanks to people like Henry that the Quinnell family held onto a glimmer of hope.
“Thank you for everything, Mr. Rachford. I truly appreciate it.” Wynter held Henry’s hands firmly as she expressed her
sincerest gratitude.
Henry hurriedly interjected, “This is nothing. In fact, I’m really happy to see you, Ms. Wynter, and I’m glad you told me the truth. It feels like those days waiting weren’t for nothing.”
Henry knew that Wynter wouldn’t have disclosed the truth if she had harbored doubts about him. It was clear she regarded him as part of the family rather than just a caretaker.
Chapter 1271 Acknowledging Wynter as the New Owner
Henry and his fellow caretakers owed a debt of gratitude to Gordon, who never scorned them for their disabilities. When Wynter extended the same compassion, Henry felt a profound sense of warmth and appreciation.
“Mr. Gordon instructed me not to reveal anything unless the chosen one has mentioned Youth Daily. Since you have, I’ll tell you what I know,” Henry affirmed as he looked at Wynter with sparkling eyes.
He pointed at the table and continued, “I must say you have a sharp intuition. The puzzle is on that desk. Mr. Gordon said that your destiny begins with Youth Daily, so the answer can also be found in the paper.
“He also mentioned you’ve been in Hawford before. Is that right?”