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?”

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

Emma’s peculiar behavior around his family. Had she been silently enduring unseen challenges all these years? A sense

frustration boiling over. She impulsively picked up her phone and dialed

quickly regaining composure, listened to Lillian’s tirade. “I warned Alex to control

ending the call abruptly, even as Lillian continued her tirade, Emma turned her attention to a previously discarded business proposal. Jada entered,

after the divorce,” Emma explained. “But their relentless provocation leaves me no choice. It’s time to fully confront

anticipation. “They underestimated you, Emma. Now

Emma made

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