Shannon's already pale face turned even paler. She grasped the bed sheet beneath her, her grip tightening slightly.
"You're saying Bolton Group is liquidating assets? Are you saying Dad and Mom knelt at the Morgan residence to beg for forgiveness? Why?" Her voice trembled, and her eyes reddened.
Michael laughed self-deprecatingly. "The police are outside. I won't interfere in your matters anymore. After this, I'll send Mom and Dad abroad. Do whatever you want."
"Michael? You're taking Mom and Dad abroad, but what about me? Are you abandoning me?"
It was only at this moment that she started to panic. If she lost her family and Bolton Group, what would she be? No! This couldn't happen!
He stood up, his expression filled with sadness. "Your matters are no longer something we can handle. This is attempted murder!"
He raised his hand to cover his eyes, letting out another self-mocking laugh. "The police will be back soon. I'll get you a lawyer, but beyond that, I won't involve myself with your affairs.
"Shannon, isn't this what you wanted? You didn't want Dad and Mom to manage your life, so we'll respect your wishes." With that, he turned his gaze away and walked out.
"Michael!" Shannon shouted urgently, but he didn't stop. "Michael!"
She shouted with all her strength, her voice hoarse and desperate.
Michael paused momentarily, his hand still on the door handle, but he didn't turn around. He then stepped outside and nodded slightly to the police officers waiting. "Sorry for the trouble."
Then, turning to face his mother, who was crying uncontrollably, his eyes reddened. He and his father supported his mother as they left for home. After sending his parents off on the plane, he went to find Kieran.
At Evergreen Heights, Kieran waited until Lila finally fell asleep before going downstairs.
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