Chapter 42

The room fell quiet as Grandpa Ben moved forward, his face like stone. He had his security guys with him, and his eyes were glued to Victor, filled with a cold anger that made everyone uneasy.

Suddenly, a booming voice cut through the soft music and murmurs, silencing the room.

“Victor!” Grandpa Ben’s voice was harsh, laced with authority and contempt. Flanked by his security, he stepped forward, his gaze narrowing in on Emma like a predator about to strike. “I’ve tolerated this long enough. It’s time we settle this.”

Victor’s jaw tightened, but his smirk remained as he turned to face the old man. The entire room shifted their attention to the brewing confrontation, the tension thick in the air. Emma could feel every stare on her, their judgment clear. She squeezed Victor’s hand tighter, her heart pounding.

“Grandpa,” Victor greeted coldly, his voice calm yet dangerous, “what seems to be the issue?”

Grandpa Ben sneered, his eyes flickering with disdain as they landed on Emma. “This,”