Uprising Of The Hidden Heir

Chapter 17

The path to Uncle Henry's house feels familiar yet laden with a history of strained relationships. As Austin approaches the imposing gates, memories of a painful childhood filled with distant glances and harsh words resurface. Henry, the uncle who treats him worse than any other family member looms over his past. Upon arriving at the grand entrance, Austin hesitates briefly before pressing the doorbell. The echoes of the chime resonate through the quiet estate, and the imposing wooden door slowly creaked open, revealing the imposing figure of Henry.

"Austin, what brings you here? You shouldn't be seen here." Henry's tone, as ever, carries an air of superiority. Austin knows he is not supposed to be here. Anyone could be watching and find out that if his uncle lives in such an extravagant, Austin is not the poor wretched man everyone knows.

Austin takes a deep breath, dispelling the pains of past grievances, "Uncle Henry, we need to talk."

Henry raises an eyebrow, a flicker of imp