"I am aware that I caused you immense pain, and I acknowledge the depth of the hurt I inflicted upon you," Thomas expressed remorsefully, his voice laden with regret. In response, Giovanni let out a bitter chuckle, devoid of any trace of amusement or forgiveness."No. I refuse to grant you understanding or empathy," Giovanni declared firmly, his voice trembling with anger and grief. "I stated it once before, and I will continue to reiterate it without hesitation... you are a murdere. You callously took the life of my mother, solely for your own selfish gains!"Giovanni's words reverberated in the room, fueling the tension that hung heavily in the air. The weight of his accusation bore down upon Thomas, intensifying the gravity of the situation. However, before the silence could consume the space completely, a sudden voice shattered the stillness, demanding attention from all present."Enough, Giovanni!" the commanding voice erupted, slicing through the emotional turmoil like a blade.

Giovanni was clearly agitated as he addressed the group, "Tell me now... I am the Lycan King of this Pack! You can't deny it, can you? After all, everyone knows that I am not the original successor of this pack!"Grace, who was listening attentively, let out a deep sigh before responding. She understood that Giovanni was struggling with his identity and position as the pack leader. "It doesn't matter what others think about you," she said, trying to calm him down. "Your brother is dead, a long time ago. You are the king of this Pack, and that's final. Your children will be next in line for the throne, not your brother's son."Susan, who had been observing the conversation, was taken aback by her mother-in-law's words. It was clear that the topic of succession was a sensitive issue for Giovanni and his family. Susan's voice trembled with shock as she reacted to Grace's statement. "What?" she asked, her eyes widening in disbelief. She turned to her mother-in-law, Grace, who maintained

Giovanni spun around, his attention now fully focused on Grace. A mixture of surprise and curiosity was evident in his expression as he queried, "What?" The sudden interruption had caught him off guard, and he awaited an explanation from Grace.With an air of determination, Grace retorted sharply, her voice laced with authority, "You heard me!" The sternness in her tone emphasized her seriousness, yet Giovanni couldn't help but find amusement in the situation. A chuckle escaped his lips, slightly alleviating the tension that had arisen between them.Confusion still lingered on Giovanni's face as he sought clarification, his voice tinged with bewilderment. "What does my child have to do with any of this?" he questioned, his gaze fixed upon Grace. He struggled to connect the dots, failing to comprehend the relevance of their conversation to his own offspring.In response, Grace inhaled deeply. She proceeded to lay out her condition, her voice carrying a firm resolve. "Because he will be

Giovanni's heart sank as he realized the impact of his negligence on his nephew. The news that Ryle had heard from others, something he shouldn't have been exposed to, pierced Giovanni's soul. If only he had been more careful, if only he had shielded Ryle from the harsh realities of the world, this pain could have been prevented.The weight of responsibility bore down heavily on Giovanni's shoulders as he contemplated the hurt that had befallen his beloved nephew. He understood the vulnerability that Ryle must be feeling, the confusion and anguish swirling within his young heart. Giovanni had always strived to create a safe haven for Ryle, shielding him from the harshness of the world. But this time, Giovanni's vigilance had faltered, and it pained him deeply to see the consequences.For the first time, Giovanni witnessed a side of Ryle he had never wanted him to experience. The innocence that once radiated from Ryle's eyes was now clouded by hurt and confusion. It tore at Giovanni's

Susan's voice trembled with concern as she anxiously posed a question over the phone, "So, what are we going to do now? If he doesn't come home, where is he going to stay?" Her worry was palpable, mirroring the urgency of the situation at hand.Giovanni, feeling the weight of the responsibility, responded nervously, "Can I take him to my home?" He knew the gravity of the decision he was about to make, fully aware of the potential consequences it might have on his personal life.However, Susan hesitated, knowing the complications it could bring. "You can, but... Jasmine..." Her voice trailed off, implying the presence of an obstacle they had to overcome. Jasmine, presumably Giovanni's partner, was a factor that couldn't be disregarded in this delicate situation.Giovanni reassured Susan, trying to assuage her concerns, "Don't worry about Jasmine. I will take him somewhere else, a place unknown to her. I will stay by his side and ensure his well-being. So, please don't worry." He was de