Chapter 792
Between Ruin And Resolve: My Ex-Husband’s Regret
Chapter 792:
Jonah, already shaken by Sadieâs bombshell and the prying eyes of the media, flared with fury at Brileyâs bold declaration. His anger surged as he turned to glare at Briley.
Was this girl truly that clueless? Did she think this was the right moment to be reckless?
Did she think leadership was a prize anyone could claim at a momentâs notice? Had she forgotten how her father, Coyle, nearly dragged the entire family legacy into ruin? Half the familyâs heritage was almost lost because of him. Entrusting such enormous power to herâsomeone impulsive, reckless, and selfishâwould be beyond foolish.
Theyâd have to be out of their minds to agree!
Jonahâs blood pressure surged, his vision briefly clouding.
Fighting the urge to lash out, Jonah turned away from Briley and stepped forward to help Sadie rise, his voice hoarse with emotion.
âSadie, please⦠donât kneel on the cold floor. If somethingâs troubling you, speak up! Weâll support you no matter what. The leadership of the Wall family and the position at the helm of Wall Group have always belonged to your branch of the family. This rule has been honored for generations, and no one has the authority to change it. You canât step downâunder no circumstances!â Jonahâs voice cracked, and his eyes brimmed with tears.
Briley listened, her grin stiffening.
Why was Sadie getting all the sympathy and backing? She was the one who had suggested stepping away! Why did it suddenly feel like she was the victim?
Were these elders completely oblivious?
Brileyâs hands balled into fists.
Following Jonahâs words, Sadie slowly rose. Her gaze was tinged with sorrow, and a faint, strained smile touched her lipsâan expression that tugged at the heartstrings.
âGranduncle,â she said softly, âitâs not that I wish to walk away from my responsibilities, butâ¦â
She paused and exhaled, her tone heavy with fatigue.
âBriley has just begun her journey. Her path holds immense potential. But there are always those who twist the truthâspreading lies online, stirring speculation about our relationship, and even dragging the Wall family name through the mud. Theyâve accused me of treating Briley unfairly, of being ungrateful. But I am deeply appreciative of her sacrifice. I mean⦠how could I not be grateful to her? How could I not trust her? Iâve brought in top-tier nutritionists and ensured she receives the finest care to aid her recovery. Butâ¦â Sadie hesitated, a flicker of pain shadowing her expression.
ðð£ð¦ð ðððð ðð¤ ððð£ð: gⱯð ððνðð ð¤â§½â ½ððº
âBut the slander, the cruel words, the endless public scrutinyâI canât take it anymore. I worry that my presence will cast a shadow over Brileyâs potential, and worse, damage the Wall familyâs longstanding reputation. So, I ask you to allow me to step down as head of the family and chairwoman. Perhaps, by doing so, things will quiet down.â Her voice was calm yet firm, carrying the weight of someone ready to give up everything for the sake of others.
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