Burn Those Who Burned Me novel Chapter 162

Kai’s POV:

Dad had steaks and chops on the grill as we all sat around listening to music and waiting to eat. I’d originally told my parents I didn’t want any type of celebration once I came back home because I wanted to keep my recovery a secret. Leave it up to my parents to find a loophole….And I was glad they did.

Gracie got to meet the most important people in my life, even Cameron came back to the estate with his wife and daughter for the celebration.

“Gracie, this is Jackie and Lola; Cameron’s wife and daughter.”

Gracie’s eyes widen, she had no idea Cameron was married, much less a father.

“Oh, my goodness! Cameron! You didn’t tell me you had such a beautiful wife and daughter!”

Gracie hugged Jackie and Lola as they all greeted each other.

“Don’t feel bad, Cam tries his best to keep his work and personal life separate but at then end of the day we’re all family! I’m so happy to meet you Gracie!”

After we all ate, the evening began to wind down. Dad and Uncle Armin had truly outdone themselves with the steaks and pork chops. Gracie sat at the table holding Darla as she began to fall asleep; while chatting with Kayla, Londyn, and Jackie.

The look on her face was filled with so much happiness, but I could also tell she was tired. My original plan was for her to immediately get some rest after we got home but obviously those plans had changed. I didn’t want to interfere though; she had all of Saturday to rest. I wanted her to enjoy this moment of love.

Tyler and Cameron sat next to me; their expressions were serious.

“After the party winds down…we should all talk.”

Tyler looked at Cameron and me; his voice was stern. We both nodded in agreement.

Over the past several days I had them both looking into the Rochesters and Brooks family. I’d also decided to have them look into Diana Teagues, Gracie’s adoptive mother. There was something that had been bothering me since Gracie told me about her supposed ‘kidnapping‘. She said the Rochesters claimed Diana kidnapped her the night after she was born, BUT…I had several issues with that, and I think Gracie did too. I’d have Tyler begin to look into it. I knew getting this type of information wouldn’t be easy; the Rochesters may not be as powerful as House Christiansen, but they did have some pull as one of the most powerful families in North Bay. If something was amiss, I knew they would go through great lengths to cover it up.

As the party came close to an end, my mom stood in the center to make an announcement.

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“First, Theo and I want to thank everyone for coming today to celebrate our son’s coming home and engagement. Everyone in this courtyard is the most important people to our Kai, and we couldn’t be prouder to share these joyous events with you all,”

Everyone began to clap and cheer, my mother looked so regal as she smiled at me brightly. I couldn’t help but smile back, she was right…everyone here were the people I’d valued the most. Gracie smiled warmly as she looked in my direction, I could feel all of the love in her eyes.

I’d had a fairly happy childhood, my parents…I couldn’t have asked for better ones. My sister…even with her annoyance, she was my best friend. My grandparents, even my extended immediate family…House Christiansen wasn’t your average ‘rich family‘. We had values, we cared about others, we wanted to make the world a better place. Still, in the seven years she was with those despicable people, I had no idea what was going on with Gracie and the turmoil she’d endured. I owed it to her to get her justice for her pain.

Around 8:30pm, everyone started gathering up to head to the estate’s guest house. My mother informed me everyone would be staying for the weekend. Gracie handed the now sleeping Darla to Aunt Stacy as she hugged the rest of the children good night. I made my way over to the circle saying goodnight to everyone.

Gracie and I were the remaining ones as Cam and Ty waited for me in my study.

“Gracie, which room are you sleeping in?”

Gracie’s eyes widen.

“Um…I’m in the west wing second floor near the terrace.”

Good, I was familiar with that room. Gracie smiled shyly,

“Um…are you…well…are you going to…”

Gracie nervously tried to ask her question. I was puzzled at first; but then I started to laugh. She wanted to know if I would be sleeping in the room with her.

I decided to tease her a little.

“Why Gracie…Are you asking if I plan to sleep with you?”

I watched as her eyes shoot up in horror; her face began to flush, and her eyes redden. I couldn’t help but laugh aloud.

“Not like that!!! I mean…I…well…you…if you don’t…”

I held my hands up laughing hysterically…I decided to take her out of her misery.

I leaned closer to make sure no one could hear me.

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“I have every intention of making sure you sleep soundly tonight.”

She blushed but she also smiled, I had to admit, that made me happier than it should have.

We walked into the mansion together, as we made it up the stairs. Before heading in the opposite direction, i informed Gracie I would be to her room as soon as I finished speaking with Tyler and Cameron.

As soon as I entered the study, I noticed Cam and Ty comparing notes. I’d assigned each of them to a family. The Brooks were assigned to Cameron, and the Rochesters were assigned to Tyler.

Tyler’s family owned one of the best P.1. firms in all of South Bay. Their firm was the only firm Christiansen Law group used. If there was information to be found, they would be able to uncover it.

“Gentlemen.”

I greeted both Cam and Ty as I sat at my desk. It felt like it had been forever since I sat in this chair…given my six month nap…I suppose that was true.

Tyler looked at me with a mischievous grin.

“Finished tucking Graceland in?”

Cam’s eyes widen in shock; followed by a head nod. I glared at Ty, as usual, he was completely uncouth. Tyler laughed loudly, putting his hands up as a sign of peace.

“I was just kidding!!! No need to give me the infamous death glare.”

I rolled my eyes as I turned on my computer. It was time to get down to business.

“Alright gentlemen…what have you learned so far.”

Both Tyler and Cameron looked at each other with troubled expressions. They began to place the documents on the table with weary expressions.

Confused, I began to look over what they’d retrieved so far. As I read the information on the Rochesters, my face began to darken. I now understood why they were weary.

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