In a world where sibling intrigue knew no bounds, Ian was not about to let a golden opportunity slip through his fingers. This was his chance to catch a glimpse of the individual who held the keys to his brother's kingdom—a person with access to his brother's house, private phone, and all those tantalizing secrets. With a speed that rivalled a squirrel spotting a particularly enticing acorn, Ian deftly retrieved his cell phone and casually strolled away in a different direction pretending to be on call.