Erica had listened in on the conversation between father and son and some part had gladdened her heart, when Hector had said, he was going to marry her and that she was going to make a good mother to Lionel. But other parts got her furious. What kind of boy was this? He was too wise by half and she just couldn't tolerate him anymore. His hold over Hector was strong and though understandable, it had become a hindrance. Lionel cannot stand in my way. Since he insists on doing that, then he will have to be eliminated!

Her thoughts shocked her. She could not believe that she would want...