Redeemed Son In-law

Advice

Chapter 26

Sam stood at the balcony, his gaze fixed on the city skyline. A troubled expression etched across his face, he couldn't shake the knot of disappointment that had settled in his stomach. The position of chairman had slipped through his fingers, leaving him with a bitter taste of defeat. Out of frustration, he reached for a cigarette, the tendrils of smoke swirling around him as he exhaled deeply.

As he took a long drag, Sam couldn't help but think of his mother's cautionary words. She had urged him to avoid mingling with friends, given the dire circumstances they found themselves in. The weight of their struggles hung heavy in the air, reminding him that enjoyment and frivolity were luxuries they simply couldn't afford right now.

Despite his mother's advice, Sam's discontent was palpable. The confinement of their situation only amplified his yearning for a sense of normalcy. The loss of the chairman position felt like another blow, robbing him of the social interaction he cr