Chapter 39

"Callum, I don't care what decisions you make or who you go public with." Nadia's voice was calm, as if she were simply stating a fact that had nothing to do with her. "But I do hope you'll consider Grandpa's health." Callum let out a dry laugh, tugging at the corner of his lips like it was all some kind of joke. "Nadia, do you still think of yourself as the lady of the Ford family? Don't tell me you're expecting me to issue some public clarification, too?" he said, sarcasm creeping into his tone. Nadia didn't flinch. She simply stared at the man before her like he was a stranger, one she could barely recognize. "There's no need. I'm not planning to cling to you. I know where I stand." She'd spent three years trying to melt a heart of stone, and she wasn't going to try anymore. "Good. Then, from today on, anything related to the Ford family has nothing to do with you. Focus on your own life." He straightened and stepped closer, forcing her to turn and meet his gaze. "Tomorrow