Chapter 16 If that was the case , Kylie would be playing a dangerous game.
And Trevor would be the unwitting other man with a ring on it .
Trevor wasnt the type to make accusations without proof , Havent a clue , he admitted .
III look into it , Zach promised , ready to uncover the truth .
Trevor simply nodded , his mind already on the next move .
Kylie had been going non stop since breakfast , and by lunch , Liam had brought in a feast that couldve fed a small army .
The shop was usually manned by Liam and a young guy named Kevin Roth , fresh off the high school graduation .
Kevin wasnt the bookworm type , so hed jumped straight into the workforce .
He had this uncanny ability to switch between languages , chatting up customers from all over the place with ease .
Liam paid him decently , and threw in free meals , but no housing .
There were bonuses for showing up every day and for making sales , Kevin was into live streaming , using his charm and good looks to sell products online .
He had a solid fan base and had made a killing the day before with a single sale , raking in a hefty commission .
Kylic , lets grab some barbecue tonight , my treat ! Kevin said between bites of his lunch , trying to score an invite .
But before Kylie could answer , Liam gave him the side eye , the universal sign for not a good idea .
Shes been working her fingers to the bone restoring those old paintings all day .
She needs rest , not barbecue .
And you , focus on your stream this afternoon .
Try to sell off those new items we got in .
Kylie just smiled , I cant tonight .
I need to be with my family .
Theyre under the weather .
Kevins face fell , but he tried to hide his disappointment .
Alright .
Once this painting is finished , Ill take you both out for a barbecue feast , Kylie promised .
She was kind to him since he was her brother Hoards peer and would remind her of Hoard .
Fine .
Kevins spirits lifted for a moment , but then he remembered the boss would be there too .
He had hoped for a one on- one with Kylie .
Hed been surprised when he first saw her at the shop , working on the ancient paintings .
Hed expected someone much older , but Kylie was stunning and dedicated .
She could sit there for hours , completely absorbed in her work .
This was what his grandfather hoped he could manage .
It was impressive , and she was a sight for sore eyes compared to the overdone looks hed seen elsewhere .
Liams phone chirped , and he snatched it up with a smirk .
Youre kidding , right ? Ive got this kickass Renaissance landscape thats been touched up so good youd think its fresh off the easel .
Just scored it a couple of days back .
He paused , nodding .
Auction , yeah .
What ? He wants that ? he continued .
Kylie , within earshot , put two and two together .
That had to be the painting shed handed over .
Liams face clouded over .
Its not about the dough .

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Ive already made a pact with the auction house .
But hey , Im working on two more Renaissance gems .
How about I swing by that gentleman once theyre polished up ? After a beat , it seemed like he got the thumbs up .
As he ended the call , Liam turned to Kylie with a gleam in his eye .
Kylie , what if I threw some extra green your way ? Could you swing by earlier or hang around later to get this job done quickly ? These Renaissance joints are flying off the walls .
Kylie shot back without missing a beat .
Whats the raise look like ? She was okay with it as long as the money was enough .
D 407 PM M G Chapter 16 30 K Liam replied , his tone confident .
Hed seen her magic with the paintbrush , and it was the real deal .
He was already picturing how to get her a gig at the auction house once these masterpieces were finished .
Kylie pondered it for a hot second and then gave a nod .
Kevin wanted to butt in , but the echo of his granddads warning kept him zipped up .
Samuel stormed in , his face a thundercloud after hearing Julies account of the call with Kylie .
He smashed his water glass .
down on the table , the water spilling out in a splash .
He shouted , Great , shes still denying using the card I gave her ? Ill have my assistant track the charges right now .
Who does she think shes dealing with ? And shes skipping out on the hospital , leaving Mel hanging .
Shes a tangle of lies and Im done with her ! Julie was nursing a headache that had been there since yesterday .
No clue where shes been .
Not at Amandas place .
If she gets into trouble and people find out shes one of ours , well be the talk of the town .
Ill give her a ring , make her come home and make amends , Austin said , his face a mask of cold fury .
Hed never taken a liking to Kylie , his country bred sister who couldnt win their parents over like Melanie .
Its my fault , really .
Please dont be angry .
Melanie said , her voice barely above a whisper , her head hanging low .
Julies heart broke for her .
Its not on you , honey .
Its all Kylies mess ! Austin had Kylies number in his phone , but hed never used it .
The call went through instantly .
He didnt give Kylie a chance to speak , diving straight into lecturing mode .
He said , Kylie , get your act together and apologize to everyone back home .
Were family , and we can work through this .
Kylie was caught in gridlock , the world outside her car window a cacophony of honking .
Austins scolding on the phone was the tipping point Youre insane , Kylie grumbled before ending the call .
She wasnt the type to lose her temper , but the Lampard familys high- handedness was too much .
The words echoed through the speakerphone , and an icy silence fell .
Austins expression soured even more .
What kind of discipline did she have growing up ? Look at the language ! So unrefined ! Its just unbearable ! Julie muttered , her head in her hands .
Samuel and Austin shared a look , their faces clouded with anger .
Everyone was on edge , except for Melanie , who was secretly relishing the drama .
The interruption of Samuels phone was a surprise .
He answered it.
Mr.
Lampard , Ive looked into it .
Your secondary card hasnt been used at all , the assistant said .
Samuel was shocked .
What are you saying ? The assistant repeated the information , thinking there might have been a miscommunication .
Samuel was in disbelief .
You sure about the card number ? Theres no way its clean .
The news had Julie and Austin exchanging worried glances , while Melanies heart sank , realizing shed forgotten to stop Samuel from checking the credit card .
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