“I’m married only to Raegan!” Mitchel responded, his tone turning cold. “She is my rightful wife. I better not hear you mention her name again, or you’ll have no place in Ardlens.”
Henley held his position. “No matter how superior you act, you can’t change the fact that I’m your half brother. It doesn’t matter if I’m not in the family records. A fact is a fact.”
Henley convinced himself it was no biggie even though the well-planned schemes didn’t work out. Patience was his virtue, believing in he had all the time to scheme against Mitchel until he had the desired results.
“Do you seriously not get what it means to be excluded from the family records?” Mitchel glanced at Henley dismissively. “It means you have no claim to any of the Dixon Group’s assets, including any inheritance from our father, which will only be mine. I can even take back any assets Alexis transferred to you.”
Henley’s complexion went white. He had thought only his reputation would suffer, which didn’t bother him much. But he never expected Kyler to disinherit him entirely, leaving him without a dime.
Before Henley could say anymore, the door opened.
Beuford stepped out first, and Mitchel quickly walked over to assist him.
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Beuford announced, “Alexis has promised to stay out of the company’s business for good. This applies to you, too, Henley. You’re no Longer part of the Dixon Group.”
Henley’s face turned ghostly white, exclaiming, “No!” Without the support of the Dixon Group, every step he took would be a struggle.
And his plans to sabotage Mitchel from within would be impossible.
Alexis, stripped of his earlier arrogance, seemed defeated. “Yes, that’s my decision.”
Henley stood frozen, in disbelief.
Suddenly, a disheartened Alexis, without even looking at Henley, commanded, “Gather your belongings. We’re leaving now.”
Henley stood there, stunned, trying to process Alexis’ unexpected surrender. His eyes narrowed, and his fists tightened. He was not ready to concede.
“Is your last name Brooks?” Beuford suddenly asked.
Henley went pale, trying to speak but unable to make a sound.
Beuford offered some wisdom, saying, “Here’s a tip for you, young man. If it’s not yours, don’t wish for it, or you’ll just end up living a miserable life.”
Even though Beuford spoke slowly due to his age, Henley felt a strong caution in his words.
Indeed, Beuford’s youthful days were not to be taken lightly.
Henley objected, “Why shouldn’t I claim what’s mine? I share the Dixon blood, and by law, I’m entitled to my share!”
Beuford just smiled, dismissing him. “You still have a lot to learn.”
“If you insist on pushing me away, I won’t hold back. I’ll see you in court…” Henley’s words were cut short.
“smack!” Henley felt a stinging slap across his face.
Henley, feeling the sting of humiliation, could hardly believe Alexis slapping him.