The Billionaire's Intern (Maya Thompson) novel Chapter 287

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Chapter 136: Sorry, Not Sorry-1

The room fell into a heavy silence, every word from Dahlia lingering like smoke in the air. Damien’s jaw tightened, hands curling into fists at his sides, yet a spark of determination flickered in his eyes.

Harper’s gaze dropped, fingers twisting nervously, the weight of what lay ahead pressing down on her like a physical force.

Nick rose, leaning casually against the wall, but the usual smirk was gone, replaced by a rare, measured seriousness. Even Dahlia’s sharp gaze softened briefly as she scanned the group, noting the silent understanding forming among them-a quiet vow of unity.

Maya’s eyes lingered on Harper, concern and a tentative hope threading through her gaze. She took a careful step forward, her voice soft yet urgent.

“Harper… do you think… you could… convince your father to help us?”

Dahlia shook her head gently, a small, knowing smile tugging at her lips. “She doesn’t have to.

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Damien’s brow furrowed. “What do you mean, Mom? If Harper can convince her father…”

Dahlia’s voice cut through the tension, calm but unwavering.

“She doesn’t have to convince anyone. Harper is the one who decides-that choice is hers

alone.”

The room stilled. Her words hung heavy, like a gavel striking down. A slow, weighted silence followed, as though the air itself acknowledged the truth.

Dahlia exhaled, her gaze fixed on Harper with a mixture of sympathy and respect.

“Their rules are not like ours. The Japanese underworld still follows its traditions-strictly, without question. When the eldest child of the Oyabun turns twenty-five, succession is automatic. No debates, no votes-by blood and tradition, the mantle passes down, whether they want it or not. Bloodline dictates succession. That is the law.”