Chapter 73

"Dad, good morning," Ryan greeted, tentatively approaching his father.

Michael sat regally behind the grandiose desk, engrossed in his phone and glanced up, his expression devoid of warmth.

"Good morning? I can't remember the last time you greeted me. How's your face? Does it still hurt?" he asked, feigning concern.

Ryan forced a smile, trying to hide his discomfort.

"No, I'm okay," he lied, not wanting to give his father the satisfaction of seeing him in pain.

"Dad, I need to talk to you about Rosa," Ryan began, his voice quivering slightly. He steeled himself, prepared to face whatever may come.

Michael's eyebrow raised in curiosity. "And what about her?"

Taking a deep breath, Ryan forged on.

"Please, let her go. She has considered getting an abortion," he confessed.

Michael burst into laughter, the sound echoing throughout the room.

"What's so funny?" Ryan asked, feeling hurt by his father's reaction.

"You, son. You're quite the joker. Rosa getting an abortion? That'