"I didn't arrange for my old comrades to join the National Investigation Bureau to spy on you. You were still finding your footing back then, and I wanted to help you. They would have followed your orders unquestioningly and supported all your decisions. I've been strict with you not to manipulate you, I just… didn't know how to show you love."
With teary eyes and trembling hands on Elliot's shoulder, Santiago spoke in a sad tone, "I was wrong. I made you sacrifice too much for both your uncles and Stanley. I've let you down. Can you forgive me?"
Elliot was getting teary, but he remained silent and lowered his gaze.
Santiago had been the elder he respected and admired the most over the years.
He never harbored any hatred.
Even if Santiago asked him to resign immediately and recommended Stanley for the top position at the National Investigation Bureau, Elliot would not hate him.
…
One month passed.
Asher was still undergoing conservative treatment in the lab, weakened to the point of being bedridden every day.
Meanwhile, Adora was already walking and running, even calling out for her parents and godfather.
In the early morning, Nathaniel picked Adora up from E&S Haven to spend a day at the aquarium.
When they arrived at the aquarium, Nathaniel held her all the way and led her to the dolphin enclosure.
A baby dolphin was frolicking in the water, having a great time.
Adora was thrilled, giggling joyfully as her eyes remained glued to the dolphin.
Nathaniel gestured to the staff, who immediately signaled to the dolphin.
Soon, the dolphin swam over to the edge of the pool, poking its cute little head out to look at Nathaniel and Adora.
"Adora, this is your birthday gift from me. Do you like it?"
Adora beamed brightly, reaching out her little hand, eager to touch the dolphin.
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The readers' comments on the novel: Wait, She’s a Billionaire (Sheena Lawson)
The novel is too abusive it spoils the joy of reading it. I hate the punishment part between sheena and Eliot....