Chapter 1409 Not In Vain

• Yelena staggered down the stairs, her voice slurred but loud. “I want a drink... I need a drink...”
• Carlos' face instantly darkened. A flicker of panic crossed his eyes as he shot a daggered glare at his daughter.
• “My sincerest apologies, Mr. Santos. My daughter's been... unruly lately.” He swiftly turned to Farnum, afraid the man might take his daughter's behavior as a slight and that such disrespect could cost them dearly.