Chapter 52

Hugh was strict with everyone. If Curtis hadn't disappeared for so many years and endured all that hardship, Hugh would never have allowed him that much freedom over the past few years. Curtis stood, waiting for a car, when he heard footsteps behind him. "Curtis, let me come with you. Mr. Wolfe Senior might go easier on you if I'm there," Jenna said. Jenna looked frail, like she could collapse at any moment. She let out a soft sigh and slowly stepped forward, taking his arm gently. "Let me come with you. Avoid escalating this situation any further than necessary. Mr. Wolfe Senior cares about me. He'll listen to what I have to say." Curtis looked out into the darkness in the distance. Then, he hummed in response. Back at the Wolfe Manor, the atmosphere was tense. Once Hugh had learned of what had happened, he had someone prepare the family's disciplinary tools. Beatrice sat nearby, trying to calm him down. "Curt must have had his reasons. Maybe Cecil's son did something terrible.