Chapter 286

"Father, I also want Carlson Group to prosper," Melissa protested.

"Prosper? It's under your so-called hopes that this family has ended up like this!" Jeff's anger escalated with her words.

The family was fractured, and now Sophie was unfairly shouldering a huge burden. Melissa's role in this was undeniable.

"Dad, please take your medicine. Don't let your health suffer because of anger."

Jeff clutched his chest, gasping for breath, then swallowed the pills handed to him. His breathing eased after the medication took effect, but his appetite vanished. Leaning on his cane, he glared at Melissa, whose face bore grievance and resentment, before retreating to his room.

"Austin, I never knew you had it in you!" With Jeff gone, Melissa finally vented her bitterness. Austin must have spoken ill of her behind her back to Jeff.

Matthew's expression grew darker as she showed no signs of remorse. "Aren't you done yet?"

"You're asking me? Fine, I see it now. All of you Carlsons are ganging u