Rise of the Belittled Son-in-Law

Chapter 267: The Showdown

Miles took a deep breath, his mind racing with possibilities. "We need to create a distraction. Something big enough to draw Ethan's attention away from his office."

Lola stepped forward, her face set with determination. "I have an idea. But you're not going to like it."

Miles turned to her, concern etched on his face. "Lola, what are you thinking?"

"Me," she said simply. "I'll turn myself in to Ethan. Tell him I'm abandoning you, that I want to make a deal."

"Absolutely not," Miles said firmly. "It's too dangerous."

Lola stood her ground. "It's the perfect distraction. Ethan won't be able to resist the opportunity to use me against you."

"She's right," Rachel interjected. "Ethan's obsessed with destroying you, Miles. Having Lola in his grasp would be irresistible."

Miles shook his head, his voice rising. "No, I won't risk you like that. There has to be another way."

"There isn't," Lola insisted. "We're running out of time and options. This is our best shot."

Maxwell placed a hand on