Chapter 1337

"I didn't arrange for my old comrades to join the National Investigation Bureau to spy on you. You were still finding your footing back then, and I wanted to help you. They would have followed your orders unquestioningly and supported all your decisions. I've been strict with you not to manipulate you, I just… didn't know how to show you love." With teary eyes and trembling hands on Elliot's shoulder, Santiago spoke in a sad tone, "I was wrong. I made you sacrifice too much for both your uncles and Stanley. I've let you down. Can you forgive me?" Elliot was getting teary, but he remained silent and lowered his gaze. Santiago had been the elder he respected and admired the most over the years. He never harbored any hatred. Even if Santiago asked him to resign immediately and recommended Stanley for the top position at the National Investigation Bureau, Elliot would not hate him. … One month passed. Asher was still undergoing conservative treatment in the lab, weakened to