145. Where is Jacob?

River’s jaw clenched, his hands curling into fists at his sides. “You have no idea what I’m capable of, boy.” “I have an idea,” Jacob spat, wincing as he shifted his position. “Does Tiffany know about this?” River’s lips twisted into a snarl. “Stay away from my daughter. You’re not good enough for her.” “No, sir. I won’t stay away from her. I love her,” Jacob said plainly. Fury clouded River’s features, and without another word, he nodded to the two men waiting in the shadows. “Take him back upstairs. I want him to have some time to think about his decision… and the consequences.” River’s jaw clenched. “Love? What do you know about love? You are just a kid who is infatuated with her. What’s your deal, Jacob? What are you after? Money? Power?” Jacob met River’s furious gaze, his own eyes fierce and unwavering. “I’m not after anything but her,” he replied, his voice steady. “I don’t care about money, power, or whatever it is you think I’m after. I just…care about her. I’d do anything for