Chapter 60

James sneered. "He questioned me in front of my employees. He has no idea what he's talking about, but he thinks he knows better."

Olivia's voice was calm. "Maybe he was just trying to understand, James."

James laughed. "Understand? He's not even trying to understand. He's too busy being influenced by that girl, Sarah."

Olivia's eyes narrowed. "What does Sarah have to do with anything?"

James's expression turned sinister. "Everything. He's already rebelling against his own family because of her. Think what will happen when she becomes a part of his life."

Maria discreetly slipped away, sensing the tension was escalating.

Olivia's face paled. "James, that's not fair. Nicholas is just trying to find his own way."

James's anger boiled over. "His own way? His own way is going to destroy everything we've built. I won't let that happen."

The sound of silverware clinking against fine china came from the dining room, a stark contrast to the anger filling the air.

"Dinner is served, s