Chapter 1000

As Matis put down the fruit basket he brought and frowned, Nash remained silent.

"It's…"

Eventually, he sighed without mentioning a name. "Just forget it. We can't afford to mess with them."

"Now, now. You're underestimating Matis, Nash!" a shrill voice spoke outside the door.

Soon, a middle-aged woman dressed in yellow who sported permed hair and excessive makeup strode in, clicking her tongue.

She was Mel Gunnar, Nash's sister-in-law.

"How terrible… What did you do to deserve this, Nash?" she exclaimed before turning to flash a proud smile at Matis. "But don't worry—with my son around, he'll find justice for you, whoever it was!"

"Exactly." Matis nodded. "Just tell us who it is. I'll definitely help you!"

"You really don't have to." Nash shook his head, not inclined to involve them and finding Mel's voice too shrill for his liking.

"Just tell us, Dad! Who did this to you? Was it my fault?" Kat pressed, clearly blaming himself for her father's injury since she believed Soren