Harper looked at Howard indifferently and said, "Well, this time, it wasn't me who made Father upset."

A deep uneasiness flashed through Howard's mind. He wondered if Harper had found some evidence to prove that he had killed Mavis. However, Mavis' body had turned into a pool of blood. Even if Harper found the evidence, it would be fruitless since Mavis' body had disappeared.

"Father, what happened?"

After a moment's silence, Charles responded, "Someone told me that you were not my biological son."

Howard immediately exclaimed, "Nonsense! I don't know who was so vile and vicious to start such a worthless rumor. I think someone was trying to plant discord on us. Father, don't fall into their trap."

"That's right, Father. But it is a big deal, so we must be careful. It wouldn't be good if someone's trying to set a trap for us," Harper chimed in.

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children threw hurtful words at each other, Charles couldn't take it anymore. He had too much to worry as it was. Even though he had doubts whether Howard was really his son, he didn't want to be too cruel to him by making him take the test. But if he didn't do it, then he would always have a knot in his heart. Charles was afraid that it would haunt him forever.

"Don't worry. I'll prepare the needles and clear water for the test by myself!" Charles stated. "Howard, your sister will do nothing to tamper with the test. There wouldn't be anyone else meddling in the blood test as well. This situation stays with just the three of us. If you don't believe in me, then I have nothing to say."

Howard wanted to refuse, but he knew that it was useless. Since Charles had made up his mind, he must do the test. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to leave the Chu Clan mansion.