50 Unraveling Misconceptions

The aftermath of the disastrous charity gala left Nathan's father in a state of shock. The rapid decline of their business ventures, both domestic and international, had taken a heavy toll on him. He felt the foundation of his life's work crumbling beneath him. Desperate for assistance, Nathan sought out Alex, hoping his brother could offer some much-needed advice or intervention. But Alex, swamped with his own responsibilities, was in no mood to cater to Nathan's pleas. "Deal with your own mess," Alex said, his tone firm and unsympathetic. "Your actions at the gala have consequences." Nathan, feeling cornered and misunderstood, lashed out. "But you never objected when I mistreated Emma. You even seemed to agree with it!" Alex, taken aback, paused to reflect. It was true; he had never openly condemned Nathan's behavior towards Emma. Perhaps his silence had been misconstrued as approval. Nathan pressed on, his frustration evident. "You made it clear she was nothing to you