The voice was one Vivian recognized from earlier in Adrian's office. It was from Jerold, Adrian's grandfather. Unsure of the situation, she didn't dare speak or hang up. She simply listened. Jerold, clearly agitated by Adrian's lack of response, demanded, "Adrian Spencer, are you going to marry Sophia or not?" Adrian's voice was cold and indifferent. "No." Jerold, barely containing his fury, shouted, "Stop being so stubborn! You have no choice! Do you have any idea how much our families stand to gain from this marriage?" Adrian replied with sarcasm, "No, and I don't care." "Adrian!!" Jerold roared. Adrian chuckled. "You don't need to get so worked up. I'm not your only grandson. My uncle has two sons. They can marry Sophia." Jerold, enraged, retorted, "But you are the head of our

