NOVPUBChapter 1308: The Drakes_1 Chapter 1308: The Drakes_1 Upon learning that Nicholas Drake was hospitalised due to injuries sustained while trying to rescue Aubree Groove, Joshua Drake and his wife immediately came to visit.
Joshua Drake had only seen Nicholas Drake once, at his grandmother’s feast many years ago.
At that time, Nicholas was just a small boy who came up to his waist.
He hadn’t expected that so many years would have passed, and he was now a grown man.
Looking at that face, Joshua Drake gasped in surprise.
He looked so much like…
He looked so much like his uncle, as if they were cut from the same cloth.
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Especially that temperament of his, no one would doubt that he wasn’t Jayden Drake’s son.
Upon seeing the young man who walked in, familiar memories allowed Nicholas to quickly recognize his identity, “You’re…Third Brother?”
“Yes, it’s me”.
Joshua Drake quickly moved forward a few steps, hardly holding back the tears in his eyes.
“Nicholas, you look so much like your father.
I almost thought you were my uncle for a moment.”
Jayden Drake was a rare genius in the family.
The grandmother had carefully nurtured him since he was young and had strict discipline.
The uncle didn’t let her down, his excellence and talent made him a role model for all the younger generation in the family.
Even as a child, he had vowed to become a person like his uncle.
Nicholas’s gaze flickered slightly, recalling the sorrowful yet affectionate look in his mother’s eyes when she looked at him.
Joshua Drake held Grace Warner’s hand, “She is your sister-in-law.”
With a gentle smile in her eyes, Grace Warner greeted him, “Hello, little brother Nicholas.”
Nicholas faintly nodded, “Sister-in-law.”
Joshua Drake sighed, “It’s my fault that you and Miss Rinto had to take risks this time.
I fell for Dustin Drake’s ploy.
Fortunately, you’re okay or else, how could I face the spirit of our uncle in heaven.”
“It’s good that you’re okay.” Nicholas sipped his lips, “Your wife is pregnant.
You shouldn’t have taken the risk.”
After a pause, Nicholas said, “Third Brother, my injury has almost healed, and I plan to go to The Drakes’ Mansion tomorrow.
There are some things that need to be finalized.”
Joshua Drake didn’t stop him, “Alright, I will go with you.”
Grace Warner immediately showed concern and grabbed Joshua Drake’s hand.
Joshua Drake spoke softly, “It’s okay, don’t be afraid.
You can stay in Pethkids, and The Rintos will protect you.”
“But Dustin Drake rules over Coral Island, your journey will certainly be fraught with danger.
How can I not worry?”
“I will accompany them to go back.” Aubree Groove walked into the room, holding a thermos in her hand.
Grace Warner shook her head, “No, Dustin Drake has always wanted to kill you.
Going to Coral Island would be like walking into a trap.
Dustin Drake won’t let you go.”
Nicholas was right, some things do need to be resolved.”
Aubree Groove calmly opened the thermos.
A burst of fragrance filled the room, provoking one’s appetite immediately.
She leisurely scooped the nutrient-rich soup into a bowl, “You don’t need to worry, I have a plan.”
She handed the bowl to Nicholas, and a smile bloomed on her face, “Do you need me to feed you?”
Nicholas immediately took the bowl and began to drink silently.
Grace Warner pulled Joshua and they both left the room.
In a soft voice, she said, “Have you noticed that Nicholas and Aubree Groove seem to make a pretty good pair.”
They both were a perfect match of beauty and talent.
Joshua Drake shook his head with a serious expression, “They won’t end up together.” 𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙥𝒖𝒃.𝒄𝒐𝒎
Virginia Frost had caused a lot of trouble, she ruined many lives, including her own son’s.
Grace Warner sighed, “It’s really a pity.”
“By the way, should we tell the grandmother in advance?
These past years have not been easy for her.”
Joshua Drake shook his head, “Let’s not, we don’t want to cause a panic.”
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“Aubree Groove, how…
How did she disappear?”
Aubree Groove glanced at him, “Finish your meal, and I’ll take you to meet someone.”
Nicholas quickly finished his soup, and followed Aubree Groove to the door of a hospital room.
Nicholas looked at Aubree Groove with a puzzled expression.
Aubree Groove pushed open the door of the hospital room, and the young woman lying on the bed quickly sat up in alarm upon seeing the visitors.
Her voice quivered, “Miss…
Miss Rinto.”
Aubree Groove approached her, “How is your recovery coming along?”
“I’m…
I’m much better.” Bright Moon dared not meet Aubree Groove’s eyes.
It felt like those eyes could see through all her hidden thoughts.
“Could you recount the events of that night for us again?”
The young lady’s voice was incredibly gentle, effortlessly making one lower their guard.
Just then, Bright Moon’s heart jumped.
“That night, the Madam was thirsty, so I went to pour her a glass of water.
Suddenly the window was broken open someone.
I was startled and was about to call for help, but then someone knocked me out.
I didn’t see the person’s face, and when I woke up, I was already in the hospital bed.”
The previously silent, handsome young man suddenly stepped forward.
His eyes were like those of a hawk, making it seem almost impossible for her to breathe.
“Are you sure you didn’t see the person’s face?
Or maybe you recognised a certain characteristic about him?”
Bright Moon shook her head in fear.
Nicholas’s hands, which had been hanging by his sides, were now clenched into fists.
Who had taken his mother away?
“I remember the position you fell in, you were facing the direction of the bed.
So, are you sure you didn’t see the assailant’s face?”
Aubree Groove’s gentle inquiry was like a thunderclap, shattering the silence in Bright Moon’s ears.
She looked up suddenly, meeting Aubree Groove’s seemingly amused eyes.
It was as if all her disguises were shattered in front of those deep eyes.
“There’s no need for you to hide anything, unless, you know him.”
Aubree Groove raised an eyebrow, as expected, Bright Moon’s face revealed a hint of panic.
She shook her head, and calmly said, “I won’t force you.
When you’re ready, you can tell me.”
With those words, she left the room.
Nicholas looked at Bright Moon deeply before following Aubree Groove out.
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The next morning, just as it started to brighten, a group of people drove towards Coral Island.
Only Dallyn, Jayden Moore and four bodyguards were accompanying Aubree Groove.
These four were carefully selected by Agave Rinto due to their exceptional abilities.
Knowing Aubree Groove was heading to Coral Island, Agave insisted she take the bodyguards with her.
Dallyn was driving, Jayden Moore was sitting in the copilot seat, Aubree Groove and Nicholas were in the back, and Joshua Drake was in another car with the other four bodyguards.
Coral Island is about three hundred kilometres from Pethkids.
Taking the highway would take about four hours.
They left Pethkids at six in the morning and arrived at the Coral Island toll station at nine fifty-eight.
At some point, it started raining slightly.
The sky was filled with a layer of mist, the murky sky was like an inverted pot, pressing and suffocating.
The Drakes had fallen out of favour in Coral Island, until the time of Jayden Drake when they regained their former glory and became very famous in Pethkids.
The Drakes’ Mansion was located in an alley in the main city of Coral Island.
Every inch of the land in this prime location was worth its weight in gold, the mansion’s ancient and deep history stood out among the surrounding skyscrapers.
Right now, a group of people had gathered at the entrance of the mansion.
The middle-aged man leading the group shouted, “The Drakes Group forcibly demolished land, disregarding human lives.
They must give everyone an explanation.
People of The Drakes, don’t hide like turtles.”
Once he shouted, everyone else followed suit.
