Marcus felt a sinking feeling in his heart as he broke the news to Sam that she was going to marry Xavier, knowing deep down that he didn't want Xavier anywhere near her.
He couldn't bear to see his daughter in pain, but he felt compelled to make tough decisions. He couldn't keep favoring her while Nicole might be in danger.
He blamed himself for his stubbornness. Was it too late to change? He closed his eyes, haunted by the memory of his daughter's hurt expression with every harsh word.
The thought of losing her filled him with overwhelming guilt. He struggled to understand when their relationship had started to falter.
Rage boiled within him at the despicable man's words. He had always known the guy was ambitious, but he never imagined he would stoop so low as to try to possess her.
