Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 582

“Whether Noah can become the heir in the future is still uncertain. How many more years can the Blake elders call the shots? They could be gone at any moment. Can’t you two understand something so basic? If Bella marries into their family, the children she has will also be considered part of the Mercer family. Having more children in the family is our true security. Do you understand?”

Brandon laughed. “So, you’re still refusing to let Sabrina apologize, is that it? If she doesn’t, this won’t be over, and the Mercer Group will be dragged down with her. Do you really want to see this company go bankrupt? And I’m not going to argue with you about heirs. Just remember one thing: even if Bella calls you Dad, she’s not your daughter.”

With that, Brandon slammed the door and left.

Colin, however, didn’t follow him.

“Dad, what’s more important? Your wife’s temporary reputation or the survival of the Mercer Group? Have you completely lost your senses?”

The last sentence sent Martin into a rage. He was about to throw something, but Colin was already out the door, and the object fell short.

But anger was one thing; Martin still had to weigh his options. If the Mercer Group really did go bankrupt, it would be all over.

So that evening, Martin, who had originally planned to work late at the office, returned to the Mercer estate.

When he arrived, Sabrina was already asleep.

Normally, Martin would have moved quietly, careful not to wake her. But tonight, he had something important to discuss. He made a bit of noise, and it woke her up immediately.

He trailed off, unsure how to say what came next.

Sabrina immediately understood.

“They want me to apologize publicly, don’t they? Martin, how did it come to this? I… I’m willing to do anything for you, for the Mercer Group. But what about Bella?”

Yes, she could apologize. She could bear it. But her dream of so many years—marrying her daughter into a top-tier family—was about to come true. If this incident ruined the wedding, wouldn’t the sacrifice be for nothing?

With tears welling in her eyes, Sabrina grabbed Martin’s arm and looked at him, her vision blurred.