Chapter 73

“I understand, Dad. The liquidation of Emerson Realty went smoothly, and it should be within a week I’ll return.” Steve swirled his drink in his hand, looking out his apartment window.

“It’s a shame what happened to that girl’s family. I heard that she got pregnant for that transient. I’m glad that I taught you to use protection, son. Business is a war, and there are always casualties. I look forward to your return.”

The father and son ended their conversation, and Steve continued to look out the window. Although he knew he had to give up on Claire, he was stubborn. She was his, the only one that slipped through his fingers and married another. This irritated him to his core, and he decided to get back what was his in the end. At least he could ruin the reputation of her and her family and then abandon her. A plan was forming in his mind on how to go about it, and a sly smile came on his face.

“Claire, you will soon know the man you abandoned for that trash, and I will get your virgin