Chapter 25

• Knowing Theodore had a fiery temper, JoAdrian treaded carefully, choosing his words with caution.
• "Please, sir, we’re not here to make things difficult for anyone. We’ve invited you today to handle the matter between the two families with fairness. Let’s be patient and talk it through," JoAdrian said in an even tone, hoping to ease the tension.
• Vincent, standing beside Theodore, folded his arms and added, "Before anything is decided, we need to hear from Casandra herself. We can’t just let the Warren family dictate how this goes. She has a right to speak her truth.