Chapter 726 Endless Regret
Neera watched as that thug limped away.
She narrowed her eyes a little and found the situation somewhat regrettable.
Itâs a pity that I didnât get to throw the medicinal powder at him. If he gave me that opportunity, I would make him experience the awful sensation where his body slowly rotted away.
She decided to let this slide since this incident had come to an end.
After all, she had more pressing matters to handle.
She turned to Gladeon, wore an indifferent expression as she stated calmly, âCome with me. We
need to talk.â
Gladeon had a bitter expression on his face, but he gently nodded.
He informed his boss about this, before he slowly followed Neera into the car.
Isabella considered this was their family matter and she should stay out of it. Therefore, she
decided to go for a walk.
Inside the car, Neera took the driverâs seat.
Gladeon sat in the back. He dipped his head, both hands clenched tightly in anxiety.
âYouâre truly remarkable! Even at your age, you manage to stir up trouble with this vanishing stunt. The police are searching everywhere for you. Aunt Adriana is worried about you all the time. Do you think she had it easy? Must you always find new ways to distress her? Are you happy now?â
She ridiculed the old man, and every word she uttered was dripping with sarcasm.
Worried of being misinterpreted, Gladeon hurriedly explained himself. He argued, âI didnât⦠I
didnât mean to do that.â
âTell me. What are you trying to do? Neera pressed aggressively.
Gladeon choked on his words, struggling to respond, âI justâ¦I just wanted to support myself with my own two hands. I have a good job, and I like it here.â
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âYou like it here? Neera rebutted angrily.
âYour idea of a good job is being bullied by customers and being forced to lick their shoes.
She abruptly turned around and shot a piercing gaze his way. She locked her eyes on him and asked, âDidnât Aunt Adriana leave you retirement money? Or does she stop caring about you? Do you think she hasnât done enough, so you came up with this ruse to torment her further?â
With each pressing question, Gladeon found himself cornered and struggled to breathe.
Pale-faced and overwhelmed, he struggled to defend himself. He was devastated, and guilt was
evident in his eyes.
âNo, itâs not like that. I didnât mean to do that to her, but the Garcia Group had gone bankrupt. I
just⦠justâ¦â
He fumbled with his words, but Neera got what he was trying to say.
Her mood had already soured from days of frustration, and his explanation only added to her
irritation.
Neeraâs patience had worn thin in the face of a member of the Garcia family, and as expected, her
words were sharp.
âYou just gave your retirement money to your useless son, right? Incredible! In your eyes, is your daughter just an ATM? Do you think you can just disregard her emotions and exploit her generosity?
Are you satisfied when sheâs upset and worried about you?
âListen, the predicament your family is in is entirely of your own doing! Expecting sympathy from others? Think again! Many might even celebrate your downfall.â
The elderly man felt even more defeated by her harsh words. Gladeon nervously fiddled with his
fingers, murmuring his regret.
âIâm so sorry⦠I recognize the harm weâve caused to both you and Adriana. I never intended for you
two to suffer. I just didnât want to add more weight to her shoulders. My familyâs in ruins, but Alfansoâs pride wonât let him admit defeat.â
His voice was weak, filled with bitterness and sadness.
âI just thought that, since I still have the capability, I could work to support myself. Iâm too ashamed to ask Adriana for help. Soâ¦soâ¦â
Toward the end, he struggled to finish his words.
Neera took in his dejected demeanor and clenched her teeth. There were many words on the verge of her lips, but she swallowed them back.
After a long silence, she coldly remarked, âWell! Perhaps all Garcias are beyond redemption.â
She inhaled deeply, adjusted her posture, and gripped the steering wheel with a solemn look on her
face.
âIf you wish to work, I wonât stop you from supporting yourself. The authorities have been on the
lookout for you. Letâs head to the police station and sort things out. Afterward, if youâre still keen on working, Iâll help set something up for you.â
She hesitated momentarily before continuing, âDonât misunderstand. Iâm doing this for Aunt
Adriana. I want her to have some peace of mind, free from this chaos. Letâs be clear on something,
you need to earn your own living expenses; I wonât give you a dime.â
Her words were devoid of any emotion, but Gladeonâs eyes filled with tears as he took it all in.
I have no idea why, after the way we treated her, this girl is still willing to help me. Whatâs wrong with me? Why did I not defend her and Adriana from othersâ ill-treatment and put them through
all sorts of grievances?
He was drowning in regret and guilt. He nodded vigorously and uttered in a choking voice, âThank
youâ¦â
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