The CEO’S Unplanned Heir novel (Aurelia and Leopold)

Chapter 1267

In the backyard, the kids were caught up in a lively game of "Eagle and Chicks." Skyler played the

protective hen, while Beverley took on the role of the eagle.

"Can't catch us, can't catch us, no you can't…" The children's laughter, tinkling like silver bells, filled the

garden in joyous waves.

After the game, worn out and giggling, they retreated indoors for a well-deserved break and some

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Dino, the friendly alpaca, ambled over, clearly eyeing the treats. Nina picked up a carrot stick and fed it

to Dino, who gobbled it up in no time. She stroked its snowy fleece, delighting in its soft, comforting

touch.

Just then, Skyler's phone buzzed with an incoming email. He opened it to find a piece of music.

The melody was eerie, a deep, haunting sound that seemed to wail like troubled spirits.

Skyler frowned and quickly turned it off.

"That's classic Geoffrey," he muttered, annoyed, "Always over the top."

"What was that, Skyler?" Nina asked, wrinkling her nose, "It was so creepy, and it almost made me

want to cry."

"Yeah, me too," William chimed in, nodding solemnly.

"That tune was weird, gave me the heebie-jeebies," added Kane.

Skyler explained, "That was the infamous 'Gloomy Sunday,' a piece I studied back in my psychology

class. It's known for its unsettling effect on listeners."

Beverley's eyes widened, "Oh, I've heard about that. They say it's cursed, that anyone who listens to it

ends up taking their own life."

Mira clutched her arms in fright, "That scares me. I heard it too, and am I going to be cursed? I don't

want to die."

"Don't worry. We only heard a bit of it. It's harmless," reassured Skyler.

"Did Geoffrey send it to you?" William puffed his cheeks in disapproval, "What a meanie, sending you

scary music like that."

"Can 'Gloomy Sunday' really kill people?" Nina asked, her curiosity piqued.

Skyler elaborated, "The tune and lyrics contain elements that can induce sadness and fear. Dissonant

chords in music can make you feel uneasy, anxious, or even angry and hopeless. 'Gloomy Sunday' has

sharp transitions between high and low notes, creating a strong psychological suggestion of discomfort.

People with low resilience or high suggestibility can be profoundly affected, feeling intense sadness,

fear, and despair. If these emotions become overwhelming, they might lose touch with rational

thought."

Mira shivered, "Please, don't play it again, Skyler. And don't listen to it yourself. It's too scary."

"Why would he send it to you?" questioned William.

"He's probably just trying to spook me," Skyler replied, unfazed. His phone pinged with a new

message.

[Dear Skyler, I played this piece just for you, as a gift.]

Skyler snorted softly, [Not a fan. You played it terribly.]

[If you like it so much, you listen to it all day.]