Chapter 86 The Blackwells' Past

Gabriel's deep, resonant voice echoed through the living room, freezing everyone in their tracks except Damian. Even Evelyn, momentarily stunned, quickly accepted the revelation, realizing how logical it all was. She cast a sidelong glance at Damian, who still held her close. Given his closeness to Gabriel, it was no wonder he'd remained so calm these past few days. Despite his perpetually furrowed brow, anyone who knew Damian well understood his stoic nature. He was a master of hiding emotions behind a cool facade. If he ever acted out of character, it was only to A sudden crash broke the silence as Owen, moments before so confident, stumbled backward, collapsing onto the ground as if he'd seen a ghost. Even as he lay there, disbelief was etched on his face. He slapped himself repeatedly to confirm he wasn't dreaming, the sharp sting proving the bitter reality. "You—You sly old fox! You faked your death just to deceive us?" Owen sputtered. Gabriel looked coldly down at his ne