Imprisoned While Pregnant, She's Back for Payback novel Chapter 456

456 Apologize to Her

Chapter 456 Apologize to Her

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Henry’s eyes turned icy as he scrutinized Nadine from head to toe, sharp enough to make anyone flinch.

“This mess. Our family is in a critical spot right now. We need public support, yet you stirred up trouble! Things aren’t like before. When you got out of prison, you already burned our connections with other families. And now you come to me with this? What exactly do you expect me to do?”

His voice dripped with accusation.

Nadine’s jaw dropped, shock written all over her face. “What … What do you mean?

“Dad, are you just gonna leave me hanging?”

She lunged forward, grabbing his hand and almost begging. “You’re my dad! If you don’t help me, nobody will!”

A flicker of irritation crossed Henry’s face. He was about to shake her off when Shannon stepped in, gently pressing his arm. “Henry, Nadine is our daughter. Maybe there’s another way.”

He frowned, confused.

They had planned to leave the country and cut Nadine loose. It made sense with everything happening. So why was Shannon suddenly pleading for her?

She gave him a subtle nudge and patted his hand with meaning.

“Go handle things at the office. Your mom and I will figure it out.”

Henry rubbed his forehead, clearly annoyed.

Nadine felt a wave of relief and nearly cried when she heard he would help. She whined and put on her sweetest act. “Dad, Mom, I knew you’d help me. I’ll go to the office now.”

Fearing they’d change their minds, she bolted out the door.

Once Nadine was gone, Henry dragged Shannon onto the couch. “What are you thinking?”

She patted his hand. “The Larsons aren’t here yet. There’s no rush to cut her off.”

“That’s exactly why I’m worried!” Henry’s frown deepened. “Back then, the Larsons never agreed for Kylie to marry me. Families like that care about bloodlines. If they find out we adopted a girl and pushed Tess out, I’ll be in serious trouble.”

“So what? Nadine was adopted with Kylie’s agreement. And no one knows my real identity yet. At worst, they’ll just blame you for spoiling her.”

Shannon’s calm, reassuring voice made Henry exhale slowly, finally starting to relax.

“I used to think Nadine was sensible, but she’s caused nothing but problems lately. She’s never done anything worthwhile, only making things worse.

He looked at Shannon with a mix of frustration and confusion. “You agreed we should give up on Nadine. She grew up in Ember Residence. I’ve done more than enough. Our kid will be born soon. When we leave the country, don’t go soft on her.”

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“That’s not what I meant.” She shook her head. “I’m not helping her out of pity. The Larsons aren’t here yet, and Nadine knows too much. Until we’re safely gone, we need to watch her.

“Even a cornered rabbit can bite. Nadine isn’t dumb.”

Henry’s eyes narrowed as his expression grew serious.

“I didn’t think this through.”

He patted her hand, tension returning. “Look at this mess online. Even if I want to help her, what can I do?”

“You said the Larsons care a lot about bloodlines, right?” Shannon’s eyes gleamed with schemes.

“If that’s true, they’ll be in Aetheris any day. Why not use this to stage something and bring Tess back?”

“No way!” Henry shook his head, thinking it was absurd. “Tess is tough now! Bring her back? Not happening!”

“I heard Tess cares most about her grandma. Gillian’s grave is near your old house in Aetheris, right?” Shannon smiled cunningly.

She looked gentle, but something was chilling about her.

“What do you mean?” Henry gasped sharply.

“It’s been years since the Larsons saw Kylie or her child. They’ll hand over a hefty sum, but getting anything from them is much harder than from Kylie or Tess.”

Shannon fiddled with her nails, a gleam of mischief in her eyes.

Henry was beginning to understand, but he was still confused. “How does this help Nadine?”

“Have Nadine apologize to Tess in person. Say she panicked when she saw someone hurting Tess and called the media for help. Tell Tess you regret kicking her out and want her back.”