Caleb, checking his phone, replied with a furrowed brow, They should be here any minute. Lets just wait in the car.
Alright. I nodded, choosing to remain silent.
Yet, just as our conversation ended, there was a harsh knocking on our window.
Caleb and I simultaneously looked back to see Neals greedy, fierce face pressed against the glass.
I scowled. I despised this man who would exploit his own daughter for power. I wished he would just vanish.
However, to ensure Neal would finally back off and leave us alone, we needed to tolerate his presence a little longer.
Calebs POV:
The moment I spotted Neal, I rolled down the car window with a flick of impatience and threw him a frosty glare. What do you want? I demanded.
Isnt this a visit to see my daughter? Why the delay at the doorstep? Neal shot back, his voice booming across the distance.
I grimaced at his audacity, my voice cold as I retorted, And who allowed you the audacity to address me with such disrespect? Do you wish to see the Vargas family expelled from the Thorn Edge Pack?
The harshness of my words made Neal recoil, his smile turning awkward as he took a couple of steps back. Yet, he recovered quickly, asserting, Come now, were practically family. You wouldnt be so cruel, would you? Think of the child. Surely you dont want them to grow up without their grandfather?
The greed in his expression repulsed me. Knowing that the child wasnt mine somehow made it easier to bear. I looked at Neal, seeing him only as a pitiful clown performing for an audience that had already left.
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I remained calm, simply observing his performance in silence.
Unaware of the embarrassment and mockery he was inviting, Neal continued, Once you marry
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Alexandria, Ill naturally assume leadership of the Vargas family. Its a win-win situation, dont you think?
I let out a scoff. So, youve orchestrated all this just to become the leader of the Vargas family?
Neal paused, taken aback, then quickly caught his mistake. Adjusting his tone, he insisted, How could you think that? Everything Ive done is for Alexandria and her child. Even if I ascend as the family leader, all that I inherit will ultimately benefit my grandchild. This arrangement benefits you too.
I couldnt help but sneer continuously at his gullibility until I saw his expression change. Then, I pressed him, Do you even understand what it takes to lead a family?
Neal furrowed his brows, puzzled. What are you implying?
Debra and I burst into laughter, and I mocked Neal sharply, Youre clueless. The Vargas family plays a crucial role for the Thorn Edge Pack. I cant stand by and watch someone as fool as you jeopardize such a vital economic entity.
Neals complexion grew pale as my words sunk in.
He remained skeptical. Just as he was about to talk, my bodyguards approached, dragging a despondent man over.
Neals face paled the instant he saw the man.
I caught every flicker of emotion that crossed his features. With a sneer, I stepped out of the car alongside Debra and made my way into the hospital.
Neal trailed behind, opening his mouth as if to speak, yet the stern look I gave him silenced any attempt.