What Chair Wells said hit a nerve with Zoe. Her heart ached slightly, but she pretended not to hear, turning her gaze to the window, unwilling to engage.

Chair Wells continued sternly, "Besides that, once the child is adopted, their education and upbringing, while not entirely under my control, must be supervised by me.

You are my only son, and since the grandchild will be adopted, it’s essential that they grow up loyal to the Wells family. They must be well-prepared to manage the family's business and remain steadfastly loyal without any ulterior motives."

Penelope's face darkened. "Dad, I've said before, this is between Zoe and me. We will discuss...