Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla) novel Chapter 988

Pedro turned to leave, but Jane hurried to block his way. "Grandpa, are you really cutting me off like this?"

Any guilt she had felt earlier evaporated, replaced by bitterness.

Pedro glanced at her impassively. "Think what you want. I have nothing more to say."

He stepped past her, his retreating figure as cold as his words.

Jane stared after him, a glint of malice in her eyes. If he wanted to force her hand, she'd have no choice but to strike back.

Taking a deep breath, she followed him out of the venue.

…

That night, Jane returned home but didn't see Wilhelm.

Frowning, she turned to Wendy and asked, "Where's Wilhelm?"

"He's already asleep, Ms. Wilkie," Wendy replied cautiously. "If it's not urgent, maybe it can wait until morning..."

Jane waved dismissively. "Fine. You can go."

Wendy had assumed Jane intended to wake Wilhelm, so she sighed in relief. She hesitated before asking, "Have you eaten dinner? The kitchen kept some food warm—"

"I'm not hungry. Just leave me alone," Jane snapped impatiently, then headed upstairs.

Alone in her room, she sat at her vanity, removing her makeup while her mind raced.

She wouldn't go abroad, and Pedro wouldn't willingly hand over any shares. If she wanted them, she'd have to take drastic measures.

An idea crossed her mind. If something unexpected happened to Pedro before he could write a will, she'd be entitled to an inheritance.