66. Face to Face

Alexa held her breath. She waited for Ed to continue speaking.

"The worst possibility is that you will be kicked out and your name will be removed from the list of the Rodriguez family," Ed said firmly and clearly. He hoped that Alexa would understand his words. “Please think carefully and sign it! This agreement letter will be proof for both parties.”

***

Lexus drove Ackerley back to his mansion with Elmer. They had arrived at the main door of the mansion.

“Dad, return to the mansion first! I will accompany Grandpa until Uncle Ed comes.”

“No, Lexus. Daddy will accompany Grandfather with you.”

They walked into the mansion.

"I'm fine. You two come back!” Ackerley ordered. The old man walked with the help of a cane.

"Will Dad still sleep with Mom?"

Ackerley laughed at Elmer's question. He replied, "What kind of stupid question is this, Elmer?"

The three Rodriguez men sat in the living room. Lexus stared at the hanging family photo of Rodriguez.

"It turns out that grandfather was quite h