Chapter 299

"Wayne, Jace is an adult. He has to deal with the consequences of his choices," I said.

Whether Matthew kicked him out or cut ties, it was all on Jace.

"I get that," Wayne sighed, "but seeing him and Dad at each other's throats is stressful. And if he leaves the company, it's definitely going to affect business."

I gave him a small, knowing smile. "Isn't that why you're here?"

Wayne looked taken aback. "I've never wanted to run the company. That's why I left in the first place."

Only he knew if that was the whole story, but it wasn't my place to judge.

Still, I shared my thoughts anyway. "Matthew must have a backup plan. If he's ready to let Jace go, it's because he knows the business will keep running without him," I said, keeping my tone practical. "The world doesn't stop turning for anyone."

Wayne just stared at me, speechless. He finally gave a bitter smile. "I guess I've been too narrow-minded."

"You just care too much," I said, giving him an out.

He looked at me. "Rea, y