The Black Mound

"So, what did you find out? Do you perhaps know his identity?"

Upon hearing this question, Charles expression shifted again. He then said, "You won't believe it, but that guy is actually my cousin."

"Seriously? You are not joking, are you?" Kennedy who had already begun stirring the mixture in the pan suddenly stopped, as he gazed at Charles. He was trying to see if Charles was just joking with him.

But by looking at the expression on his face, it was clear that Charles was not joking. Additionally, from his tone, Kennedy had not detected anything unusual.

"He is my cousin from my father's side. His father and my father were brothers. But his parents died about 6 years ago. Ever since then, we have never met again." Charles explained.