Chapter 108 Failing to Steal the Chicken Will Ruin the Rice

The call from Hathaway was like a sudden storm, catching Darwin off guard for a moment. He had expected some fallouts from his maneuvers against Joseph, but he hadn't anticipated that it would stir the Ross family's hornet's nest so vigorously.

"Hathaway, you should know that I don't need to play such games," Darwin replied, his voice calm and controlled. "The Ross family's affairs are none of my business unless they interfere with mine."

There was a pause on the other end of the line, and Darwin could almost picture Hathaway's frown, her mind racing to connect the dots.

"Fine," Hathaway finally said, though the skepticism was evident in her tone. "But if I find out you're involved, there will be consequences."

Darwin's lips curled into a faint, cold smile. "I would expect nothing less."

As he ended the call, Darwin's thoughts wandered back to Fiona. He couldn't help but wonder if his actions had indirectly caused her any distress. He had intended to protect her, but Darwin knew the w