Emma's gaze dimmed, and she merely forced a smile, saying nothing.

It was only then that Lucas slowly spoke-his question abrupt, lacking both context and preamble.

"If," he began, "and I mean if..."

Lucas cleared his throat before continuing, while Emma looked at him, puzzled.

"If I wanted you to help me get revenge on Theodore-your beloved son-in-law, who would you side with?"

Lucas made no effort to hide his ambition.

After all, everyone in the business world knew he and Theodore had long ...