To her, she was better off not having a father to begin with.
But no matter how much she despised him, his blood flowed through her veins too.
How does Evan intend to make him pay? Nicole still couldnât help but be concerned.
Russell remained silent for a long time before finally digesting everything that Evan had told him. He now felt even more conflicted.
Would he finally let go of his grudges after Zane paid for it?
Would he think about his wifeâs death every time he looked at Nicole?
Still, the old man was well aware of how stubborn his grandson was. I brought him up, after all.
Once heâs got his mind set on her, heâll never marry any other woman.
Do I really want my treasured grandson to live the rest of his life alone just because of this matter?
Feeling utterly perplexed, Russell gazed deep into Nicoleâs eyes and heaved a long sigh.
âWhy does she have to be Zane Laneâs daughter?â
He sounded resentful and heartbroken at the same time.
Before this, he always had a good impression of Nicole and hoped that she and Evan could be happy together. Yet, this had to happen.
But who could be blamed?
Nicoleâs heart ached as she heard the question and noticed the complicated look in Russellâs eyes.
The woman had asked herself the same question tooâover and over again. She, too, wanted to know why she had to have a father like Zane.
Why do I have to be his daughter?
In truth, she had no choice but to accept this fact.
Seeing her eyes redden, Evan pulled her into his arms.
âPlease donât make things hard on Nicole anymore, Grandpa. If you donât wish to see her, Iâll never let her appear before you. Nicole and I wonât expect you to give us your blessing, so donât worry. We wonât let anyone from the Seet family attend the wedding if we get married, but I have to make her my wife.â
He continued, âAs for the kids, sheâs their mother, so she has the right to see them whenever she wants. As long as she wants to see them, Iâll make it happen. Of course, youâre their grandfather, so you may see them whenever you wish too. I wonât let my children be affected by grudges from the past.â
Nicole calmly gazed at Evan. She knew how important Russell was to him.
The fact that he was willing to argue with his grandfather for her sake really moved her.
She gripped Evanâs hand tightly. Perhaps, I was wrong for running away back then.
I shouldâve trusted him.
I shouldâve believed in the love we share.
With that, Nicole took a step forward. âI understand how you feel, Mr. Seet. Please give us your blessing. You can do whatever you want to make my dad pay for his crimes.â
Russell remained quiet for a long while before asking Nicole to exit the room. Now, only he and Evan remained.
Lisa stared at Nicole with disdain the moment the latter walked out. âWhat did he say? Did he tell you to leave at once?â
Nicole merely shot her a glare, refusing to answer.
Sophia grabbed Nicole by the hand and dragged her to one side, asking what had happened.
After hearing Nicole explain, Sophia breathed a sigh of relief. âThere should still be hope.â
Is there?
Nicole honestly wasnât sure, but she noticed how gloomy both Russell and Evan looked before she left.
Surely, they were talking about how to get back at Zane.
Back inside the presidentâs office.
Russell stared at Evan coldly with a murderous look on his face.
âDo you know how to avenge your grandmother?â
Evan fell quiet for a moment. âI do.â
Russell sighed as he recalled Juliaâs horrifying death. âThings were really tough when your grandmother passed on. I believe you know what to do to get revenge.â
Evanâs gaze darkened as a look of conflict gleamed in his frosty eyes.
âDonât worry, Grandpa. I know what to do.â
He understood what his grandfather meant.
Zane will get what he deserves.