CHAPTER 40: WORRIED MOTHER

THALIA

"Maybe we can find a peaceful resolution, Fred. I could talk to my son and try to convince him."

As a woman, I need to stay calm. As a wife, it's my duty to support my husband and lend a hand when he needs it. And as a mother, I must protect my son.

"You did it your way, and it didn't work." Frederick stood up, pouring himself a full glass of liquor. "Your son violated my daughter. He stained her, he took her dignity!"

I looked at Elena, she didn't seem guilty, but I did. All I see in Elena's eyes is her desire for my son.

This is all my fault!

I shouldn't have encouraged her pursuit of my son. I love my son, and that's why I thought it was a good idea, but I didn't expect it to turn out like this.

"Rushing into things won't solve anything, Fred," my husband said, pinching the bridge of his nose. "Give us more time."

"Time? We've waited long enough, Martin. You owe me billions, and your son will pay for it or I'll take over this company and you'll have no say once we vote you o