Abner stared at him, taken aback by his boldness. "Fair? Fair doesn't win contracts! Fair doesn't secure our future!"
Sebastian's voice remained steady. "It’s not about winning at any cost. It’s about integrity and building a reputation we can be proud of."
"Integrity?!" Abner's face contorted with anger. "This is business, not a morality play!"
Sebastian’s eyes softened with a mix of resolve and regret. "We can be successful without compromising our values, Father. I believe in that."
Abner’s fury reached its peak. "You're a fool, Sebastian! A naive fool!"
Sebastian stood his ground, his expression resolute. "I’m willing to take that risk for a better future."
Rose watched silently, torn between her husband’s rage and her son’s conviction, as the rift in their family deepened with e
