Chapter 41: The Second Business Union

Thomas's mocking was blunt: "Isn't that just how Ebels is?" "He doesn't take you seriously, only you believe in him." Thomas felt he might have been too harsh, so he softened his tone. "Have you figured out what to do next?" Haeqin sighed deeply; she knew Thomas was speaking the truth. For so many years, Ebels had a tight grip on her. Haeqin had been swallowing her pride all this time because of her mother. At first, Ebels didn't dare to go too far. He even chose a fiancé for her who was acceptable within high society. But now, perhaps realizing that Haeqin truly didn't dare to resist or question him, and that her schemes weren't ruthless enough, Ebels was becoming more and more unreasonable. Haeqin remained silent, and Thomas's eyes were filled with worry. "Are you really going to marry that Dickson?" Thomas's worry was genuine, and Haeqin handed him back his empty glass. Even as she turned away, Thomas still had a furrowed brow. Haeqin, feeling his concern, turned back and