Chapter 109 I Really Love You
Hathaway's realization was like a cold wave washing over her, leaving her shivering with the stark truth. She had always been the golden child, the one who would bring the Ross family further prestige through an advantageous marriage. But now, she felt like a pawn discarded after a bad play, her value diminished and her future uncertain.
Jones knelt beside her, her own face a mask of concern. "Miss, sometimes we must face harsh truths. You are strong and have always been. You must stand up and confront this situation head-on."
Hathaway raised her head, her eyes glistening with unshed tears, yet there was a new resolve in her gaze. "Yes, you're right. I have to think about this clearly. Darwin has made his stance clear, and I cannot force him to change his mind. But I can still protect my family's interests and my own dignity."
She stood up, brushing off her dress, her posture regaining some of its usual poise. "I will talk to my father. We need to reassess our strategy and perhaps find a way to mitigate the damage."
Jones nodded, her expression softening. "That's the spirit, Miss. You come from a strong lineage, and this will not be the end of your story."
Hathaway's phone lay forgotten on the floor, the voice messages an unopened Pandora's box of further heartache and scandal. She knew she would have to confront those too, but for now, she needed to fortify her position within her family.
As she left the room to seek her father, Hathaway made a silent vow. She would emerge from this debacle stronger and more influential than before. If Darwin thought he could cast her aside so easily, he was mistaken. The Ross family was not without resources and allies. She would ensure that the Solomons realized the cost of underestimating her.
Back in his office, Darwin sat in contemplation, the weight of the decisions he had made pressing down on him. He knew that breaking off the engagement with Hathaway would have repercussions, but he was prepared to face them. His priority was Fiona's safety and well-being, and he would not allow anyone to harm her, regardless of their reasons.
He also knew that his actions had set in motion a series of events that could not be undone. He had exposed secrets and weaknesses that would alter the balance of power within the elite families. Darwin was no stranger to conflict, but he preferred to operate in the shadows, where his moves were not so overt.
Yet, for Fiona, he had stepped into the light, and now he had to be ready for the battles that would come. He had to be vigilant, not just for external threats but also for the internal ones. His feelings for Fiona had grown beyond his expectations, and he had to ensure that they did not become a vulnerability that his enemies could exploit.
Darwin picked up his phone, scrolling through his contacts until he found the one he needed. He dialed the number and waited for the call to connect. There were moves to be made, alliances to be forged, and betrayals to be countered. The game was far from over, and Darwin Solomon was not one to concede defeat.
As the line clicked, and a voice answered, Darwin spoke with a clear, unyielding tone, "It's time we met and discussed the future. It's time to redraw the lines."
The chessboard was set, and the pieces were in motion. For Darwin and Hathaway, for Fiona and the Ross family, the next moves would be critical. The only certainty was that nothing would ever be the same again.
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