Chapter 171

That night, Nathan sat in his study, his face expressionless but his eyes sharp. In front of him stood Chintya, her hair disheveled, her face pale, and her body trembling.

"I don't want to!" Chintya snapped, her voice shrill.

Nathan remained silent. His hands were clasped together on the table. A few seconds later, the door opened. Sonia entered, followed by Grandmother Clara, who walked slowly with a cane.

"Why are you still here, dear?" Clara asked in a soft but ...