CHAPTER 56-PLANS CHANGE-CONNER

Things took their time to quiet as dinner progressed. Conner had to give Merina respect because she’d kept her head on and stayed calm as they spoke on important matters that affected her. From how she’d lived after her mother died and Lillian took over her care.

It didn’t exonerate Andre. He’d checked out as a parent and didn’t watch what happened to his daughter. His reliance on Lillian as at this point became a weakness for him and a torture for Merina.

Merina wasn’t ready to forgive her father yet. But Conner had her listening and communicating with Andre, and he believed that was a win. Even if it was tiny.

“I want to talk more with you, Merina. When our emotions aren’t as raw or close to the surface. You didn’t need those troubles. With my legal team uncovering things her that Lillian believes is tucked away or destroyed I’m gaining a perspective of who she is under the mask.” Andre said. The intensity in his voice made everyone aw