Redeemed Son In-law

Deceptive People

Chapter 77

As the air crackled with tension, Lisa's voice quivered with a mix of hurt and defensiveness. "Are you insinuating that I'm a terrible mother?" she questioned, her words laced with wounded pride and defiance.

Mr. Wesley maintained his composure, a fake smile playing on his lips as he carefully navigated the delicate conversation. "I'm not saying you're the worst, I'm simply suggesting that we share a common goal. Trust between us may be hard to come by," he remarked with a hint of calculated diplomacy.

Gathering her thoughts, Lisa took a deep breath before making a proposition that could potentially alter the course of their alliance. "I understand your perspective. I give you my word that, if we succeed in removing Bryan and securing the chairmanship for my son, you will have everything you desire," she offered, a glimmer of determination shining in her eyes as she laid out the terms of their tentative partnership.

Mr. Wesley's words cut through the tense atmosphere like a