Chapter 13 Is She Serious This Time ? Kaia was absolutely fuming . 19 min left She never imagined that her grandma Claire would turn into a bargaining chip for Tobias to hold over her head . Previously , Claire had lived in the family's villa . But Claire wasn't in good health and preferred a quiet environment . And Sally ? She would start belting out tunes every morning . One time , the servant made a mistake with Claire's medicine due to poor care . After that , Claire herself suggested moving to a nursing home . At first , Kaia disagreed , but after seeing the professional services there , she didn't object anymore . The fancy nursing home had one - on - one care , a top medical team , and even retired professors ready to help . It was way more comfortable than home . Who would have thought now he's threatening me with Grandma's nursing home bills ? 1/5 16:59 Chapter 13 Is She Serious This Time ? 19 min left " You're being an unfilial son , Dad , " she hissed . Tobias remained as cool as a cucumber . " The Domont family's on the brink of bankruptcy . I can't keep shelling out for that high - end nursing home . If you're so darn filial , take her home and look after her yourself . " Kaia let out a bitter , angry laugh . " Fine , I'll cover it . Grandma's my responsibility now . You ? Stay the hell out of it! " With those words , Kaia slammed the door behind her , storming out of the office in a fit of rage . The secretaries in the outer office were left completely stunned . " Mia , who on earth was that ? How could she talk to Mr. Domont like that ? " one of them whispered , her voice full of shock . Mia White just shook her head . " Mind your own business . " Since Tobias had strictly forbidden them from gossiping, Mia wasn't about to offer up any information . Instead , she quietly sent a text to Sally . ***** 2/5 16:59 Chapter 13 Is She Serious This Time ? Sally glanced at her phone and let out a sneering laugh . " Kimberly , Kaia's riled your dad again . " 19 min left " Mom , what did she do this time ? Why does she always have to cause such a fuss ? I was really hoping Dad would buy me a new car , " Kimberly grumbled under her breath . Sally gave her daughter's hand a reassuring pat . " We'll talk about the car later . Your dad's in a really bad mood today . Be a good girl . Someday , everything in this family will be yours . " Even though Kimberly was clearly reluctant , she still nodded in agreement . XXXXX After a night of heavy boozing , Alden woke up in a strange room . He sat bolt upright , his heart pounding like a drum . Luna , wrapped in a comfy housecoat , sauntered gracefully into the room , a bowl cradled in her hand . " Alden , you got plastered last night , so I had to bring you back to my place . This is a hangover soup I just whipped up . It'll make you feel a whole lot better . " 3/5 16:59 Chapter 13 Is She Serious This Time ? 19 min left Alden's mind was a bit of a blur. He could vaguely recall hitting the bottle at the Prosperity Hotel before blacking out . " Thanks , Luna . Where'd you crash last night ? " Her apartment was a snug one - bedroom , one - living - room affair . Luna's cheeks flushed a little . " The bed's big enough . I was worried you might get sick or something in your sleep , so I crashed here too . Don't sweat it , I won't tell Kaia . " Alden felt a knot of unease in his stomach . " Okay . I gotta head to the office , so I'm outta here . " After getting dressed , Alden grabbed his phone and made his way towards the door . " Luna , this place is way too cramped . I'll get you a penthouse . " Luna beamed sweetly . " Thanks , Alden . " Once at the office , Alden was on pins and needles . He kept fidgeting with his phone , but there were no texts or calls . A wave of panic washed over him . Is Kaia serious this time ? 4/5 16:59 Chapter 13 Is She Serious This Time ? 19 min left How dare she ? Alden's anger flared suddenly , he gritted his teeth . She thinks she can just cut things off with me ? It's not that easy ! It's time Kaia learned who holds the reins ! Alden called his secretary . " Get in touch with Ms. Domont from Vanguard Law Firm and tell her to come to the office . " Coin Package : Earn up to 1200 bonus for free . get it Write your comment tr Gifts 5/5 X 16:59