Chapter 60

Nathan Lowell stared at the retreating figures, his knuckles turning white.

Adrian Valentine's triumphant expression fueled his rage.

Why?

He was Sophia's blood brother.

Her words echoed in his ears.

Forcing apologies. Destroying her room. That slap...

The Lowell heir had always been domineering but believed himself justified.

Forgotten memories now flooded back.

If Sophia had truly been framed...

A chill ran down his spine.

"Fourth brother..." Emily Lowell tugged his sleeve with tearful eyes.

He whirled around.

This time, her tears didn't soften him.

"If you're innocent, why panic?"

Emily's expression froze.

She forced a weak smile. "I just worry about you..."

Nathan studied her.

"I want to believe you."

He paused. "But truth always surfaces."

Emily paled.

"One more thing." Nathan narrowed his eyes. "Why didn't you explain about the sheet music?"

His first suspicion had fallen on Emily.

Only they two in the family understood music.

He remembered asking her.

And her silent admission.

"What sheet music?" Emily widened her teary eyes. "You must be mistaken."

"I asked if you touched it."

"I only picked it up." She bit her lip. "The wind was strong that day..."

Nathan frowned.

Could it really be a misunderstanding?

"Fourth brother..." Tears streamed down Emily's face. "Are you abandoning me?"

His heart softened. "Don't be ridiculous."

Seeing the sister he'd doted on since childhood, he couldn't stay harsh.