Despite the overwhelming atmosphere in the room , Charles remained composed as he walked over at a steady pace . Dad , Im back . He greeted Dom , who was seated at the head of the table , then turned his the woman beside him . Jane , youre here too ? gaze to Jane Sparrow was his sister in law . Five years ago , his elder brother passed away in a car accident , which is why he returned to take over the Hensleys . After the accident , Jane and Hugh moved out , saying they couldnt bear to stay in the house surrounded by memories . Doms expression was stern as he fixed his gaze on him , his tone heavy . Where were you ? Why are you only coming back now ? Charles raised an eyebrow , finding the question somewhat amusing . Dad , Im a grown man . Coming home a little late isnt a big deal , is it ? Of course , he knew the real reason his father was asking he wanted to know if he had been with Jessica . Dom let out a heavy snort . That woman , Jessica where is she ? She ruined the banquet and just walked away like nothing happened , and you actually took her with you ? Jane had been waiting for this moment . Now that Dom had brought up the topic , she couldnt hold back any longer . Charles , Jessica is trouble . She betrayed Hugh five years ago , and now that shes back , she must have ulterior motives . You need to stay away from her . Exactly ! Jessica isnt as simple as she looks . Back then , I was blind enough to treat her like a sister . I only found out later that she was two timing Hugh , fooling around behind his back . I cant believe I ever trusted her ! Rhea added , looking aggrieved . She was still furious that her anniversary banquet had been ruined . Not only that , but Jessica had pushed her to the brink of losing control in front of everyone ; completely shattering the elegant image she had worked so hard to maintain . She wished she could make Jessica disappear that very second ! But what unsettled her the most was what Jessica had whispered in her ear . Had Jessica found out something ? Subconsciously , she placed a hand over her lower abdomen , her body trembling slightly . Hugh noticed her shaking and assuming she was still upset , he pulled her into his arms and gently patted her back comfortably . Charles listened to their criticisms of Jessica without any change in expression . His voice was calm . What does any of this have to do with me ? She was my date tonight . If someone tries to 1/3 Did you not hear what they just said ? Shes a manipulative woman ! What good could possibly come from having her around ? Dom was convinced by Janes words and was adamant about keeping Jessica away from his son . Charles remained unbothered . Do you have any proof that shes the kind of woman you claim she is ? Or are you just condemning her based on hearsay ? There is proof ! We have photos ! Rhea blurted out in a panic . Oh ? Then where are those photos ? Charles asked casually . Rheas face darkened . Those photos were long gone , Five years ago , after the wedding , Hugh tried to find them . But the media player was mysteriously broken , and the USB drive containing the photos was destroyed . To make matters . worse , they never figured out who had leaked the pictures in the first place . The wedding had been crowded , and no one had paid close enough attention at the time . That single piece of evidence proving Jessicas infidelity had vanished into thin air . Seeing that they had no proof , Charless tone turned indifferent . If theres nothing else , Ill be heading upstairs . Stop right there ! Dom suddenly snapped .. Charles turned back . Something else , Dad ? You are to fire Jessica first thing tomorrow ! Dom ordered firmly . Charles frowned slightly . Dad , she hasnt done anything wrong . Firing her for no reason what do you think the other employees will say ? This kind of injustice wont happen at Vertex Group . He paused , then get some rest . With that , he turned and walked away , completely ignoring the dark expression on his fathers face . Wdded , If thats all you have to say , theres no need to continue . You should You- ! That brat ! Is he trying to drive me to my grave ? Dom roared in frustration . Jane quickly stepped in to soothe him . Dad , dont get worked up . This is all Jessicas fault ! Charles barely knows her , and shes already leading him astray ! I told you all before Jessica is dangerous . Otherwise , why would so many men be drawn to her ? Rhea added , fanning the flames . Hugh stayed silent , his expression growing darker at Rheas words . Noticing Doms worried look , Jane suddenly had an idea . Dad , Charles isnt getting any younger . Why not find him a good wife as soon as possible ? That way , he wont be swayed by women with bad intentions . Jane thought momentarily before saying , Dad , why dont you leave this to me ? Ill make sure he marries someone suitable . Dom gave her a skeptical look . You ? Jane smiled confidently . Since Moms not here anymore , it only makes sense for me to take charge of his marriage . Dom fell silent for a moment , then finally nodded . Someone needs to keep him in line .