Chapter Seventeen - Choices

Diana looked at her father. In disbelief, she let out a dry chuckle. “You can't be serious.”

Andrew grinned “The good news just keeps coming,” he whispered to his brother Noah.

Jason’s fist tightened, and his jaw clenched. How the hell could Stephen use this celebratory moment to deliver such news?

Everyone else was either shocked or amused by Stephen's announcement. A coy smoke was present on Andrew’s lips.

“I'm being very serious; I wouldn't joke about such a thing.” Stephen stated “As I said, I'll give you a week to think it over. Congratulations again!” He took a sip of his champagne and then left the room as though he didn't just drop a bomb.

Annette followed behind him without saying a word. Diana's brothers congratulated her and then left awkwardly, leaving Diana and Jason alone.

“What the fuck?" Dans exclaimed, “Why is he doing this to us?" Her mind raced as she replayed her father's words in her mind over and over.

Jason looked at his wife with concern. He knew that ever sinc