99, They Will beg you.

Chapter 99: They will beg you

The Preston family gathered in the grandiose meeting room, the air thick with tension.

The room, usually a symbol of unity and calm, now seemed to pulsate with underlying conflict.

Chris and Stephany arrived, but as they walked in, an unexpected wave of hostility met them.

Grandma Preston, seated at the head of the table, was the first to address them. Her expression was stern as she looked at Chris.

“Chris, I’m afraid you’re not welcome here today. This is a family meeting, and we need to discuss matters privately.”

Chris stood his ground, his jaw tightening. “I’m part of this family, Grandma. I’m here because I have a right to be.”

The words were barely out of his mouth when Henry, one of the more vocal family members, laughed derisively.

“Part of the family? Don’t make me laugh. You’re not really one of us, Chris.”

Henry’s laughter was grating, and his eyes were cold with disdain. He was still bitter about the previous night's events, particularly