Thomas Valerius wasn't surprised in the least by Damien Valerius's icy demeanor. After all, Damien treated even the old man with indifference, let alone a useless second brother like him.
Moreover, Thomas Valerius knew full well who his face reminded Damien Valerius of. The mere sight of him would force Damien to relive the agony of Zeke Valerius's death.
Even if Damien Valerius didn't let this agony show on his face, his eyes and tightly pursed lips revealed his profound grief and pain.
And Damien's pain was precisely what Thomas Valerius wanted!
And so, Thomas Valerius's gaze softened even more. "If Zeke were still alive, he would be so happy to see you married and about to become a father—happier than anyone. After all, you were the little brother he cherished and protected the most. In this family, Zeke treated you better than anyone. Sometimes, even I, his twin brother, would get envious watching."
