Chapter 1076: Chapter 1175

Once they finished talking, the four of us erupted into Laughter together, creating a cozy atmosphere filled with warmth.

Just then, Dylan reached out to the photo, asking innocently, “Mom, why haven’t we met Grandma yet?”

My smile faded as I searched for the right words.

For many years, my mother had been missing, and nobody knew if she was still alive or if she had passed away.

How can I break this heartbreaking news to my kids without causing too much sadness?

While I was lost in thought, Dylan’s hand brushed against something, and the photo frame cracked unexpectedly.

I stood there, taken aback.

Behind the photo, a hidden compartment revealed itself, holding a small wooden box.

Debra’s POV:

Caleb and I exchanged surprised glances.

After seeking my approval, Caleb lifted the small wooden box from its hiding spot within the frame of my family photo.

He examined it closely, but found nothing out of the ordinary.

Puzzled, he queried, “What’s happening, Debra? Why is there a tiny wooden box concealed in the frame of your family picture?”

I shared his confusion.

“I’m not sure.

I’ve never touched the photo.

I only ever looked at it from afar.

I had no idea there was a mystery hidden within.

”

Upon hearing my words, Dylan grabbed onto my sleeve and asked anxiously, “Mom, did I do something bad?”

Realizing the child’s misunderstanding, I shook my head and comforted him.

“No, no, no.

Dylan, you’ve done wonderfully to uncover a secret even I hadn’t noticed.

Well done!”

“Really?” Dylan still seemed uneasy and shy.

I tousled Dylan’s hair affectionately and affirmed, “Absolutely true.

I’m just curious to see what’s inside this wooden box.

It’s quite intriguing.

”

Dylan visibly relaxed.

He let out a relieved sigh, saying, “That’s a relief.

I wouldn’t be able to sleep tonight if I caused trouble for you, Mom.

”

“Don’t worry about it too much.

” Caleb ruffled his hair and passed the wooden box to me.

After I set Dylan down, I took the wooden box in my hands and inspected it closely.

The box appeared ordinary, with nothing remarkable about it.

I couldn’t discern anything odd.

I gave it a shake, but it remained silent inside.

I turned to Caleb and inquired, “Did you notice anything unusual?”

“You could try opening it.

There might be something significant inside.

Otherwise, why hide it in such a covert spot?” Caleb suggested, unable to spot anything amiss himself.