Theo’s hard face softened when he heard her comments. "I've been a fool," he said, sounding sorry. "I couldn't keep my grandson in check. You must be in a lot of pain if you're resigning from the company and getting a divorce. This check is my way of saying I'm sorry for being rude to you. Start a business, open a*****e, do whatever you want."
She wasn't ready for his unexpected honesty. She looked at the huge number on the check and thought for a while.
Theo pushed it into her hand. "Take this, and you're done with us. I'll tell everyone to stop looking at you. You will be free.”
The study door suddenly opened. Lacy burst in, holding Ian in his arms. His expression was as dark as a thundercloud. "Well, Remi. You got your hands on that nice cheque, didn't you? He smiled. "That's prett
