Chapter 76: The Price

Heather froze, unsure how to respond. Prisley's words hit him like a hammer, striking the most vulnerable part of his heart.

He knew her well enough. Once Prisley made up her mind, she wouldn't change it. If she was so determined not to reveal who the child's father was, he might never find out. It would remain a thorn lodged in his heart forever.

He was about to defend himself when Steve and Mark walked over from a distance, with two other men in tow. One was old Mr. Grant, and the other was Mark's brother, Tim.

Heather had to push his emotions aside and put on his usual expression.

From afar, Steve called out, saving him from the conversation, "Hey, Heather! There you are, I've been looking for you. Come with me, I want you to meet someone..."

Heather felt a sense of relief. He didn’t want any drama with Mark in a place like this, so he followed Steve.

The three most powerful men in Voda were together. Prisley looked at the Grant family and smiled at old Mr. Grant, "President, are w