Father and Daughter / Father and Son Part 2

Roxie’s POV

I was startled when he suddenly said he had something to say.

For a moment, I felt a sting in my stomach. Usually, when I feel that way, it only means trouble.

“Go on. I will be the judge of that,” I sternly stated.

He gulped. A bead of sweat escaped his cheek. He must be struggling with himself.

What could possibly be the case for him to look so pale and anxious?

“I used to work with the Hongs.”

My eyes widened in surprise. He used to work with the Hongs? What a twist of fate.

“What?”

“Yeah, my company and theirs worked closely for years, but something happened. They started doubting me.”

“What happened?”

“The youngest brother thought I was dealing in illegal stuff.”

“Maybe he had proof.” My words triggered a sad expression on his face.

“Are you doubting me too?” he softly asked.

“Sorry if I sounded like I was doubting you, but I was just speculating.”

He sighed. “I wasn’t. I used to have dealings with his older brother, but I felt I couldn’t trust him. So