43 Unraveling Control

Alex’s unexpected arrival the morning after her wild night out startled Lillian, who shrieked at the sight of her brother. She always held a deep–seated fear of Alex, complying with his dictates since childhood. His stern expression told her all she needed to know.

“Why are you here, Alex? You know I was out all night,” Lillian stammered, clutching her blanket around her naked body nervousty

Alex addressed her calmly, observing her discomfort but choosing not to embarrass her further. “Do you understand the repercussions your actions with Nathan could have on our family’s reputation and business?”

Lillian, defiant despite her nervousness, responded, “It’s just justice for the past. What’s the harm in exposing the truth about Kimina?”

from ‘truth.‘ They’re misleading and damaging. As of now, you’re grounded. No access to your finances until you learn

left swiftly, pondering Emma’s peculiar behavior around his family. Had she been silently enduring

lashed out by throwing her pillow across the room, her frustration boiling over. She impulsively picked up her phone and dialed Emma’s number, intending to confront her for involving

Lillian’s tirade. “I warned Alex to control you. Now,

her attention to a previously

divorce,” Emma explained. “But their relentless provocation leaves me

you, Emma. Now they’ll learn the cost of their arrogance.”

Emma made

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