In the elegant Hudson family mansion, Nicole faced her father, George Hudson. Her request hung heavily in the air, like a fragile bridge to avoid the impending storm. The emotions in the room were palpable.

"Dad, please. For my own sake, spare Harris from your revenge. Let him and the Thompson Empire be," Nicole said in a determined yet pleading tone.

George Hudson, a powerful and imposing figure, hesitated for a moment, his brows furrowed. It was clear that he wasn't pleased with Nicole's request.

"Nicole, you know how much he humiliated me during our last meeting, and now you are dragged into the mud for wanting to protect him....