CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN - "No More Strings": A Son's Declaration

Her heart pounding, Ava began to read: "Dear Charles, I hope this email finds you well. As discussed, I've put together a plan to address the Max situation. I believe we can kill two birds with one stone by having Ava transferred to our subsidiary in Tokyo. This will effectively remove her from Max's life while also appearing to be a promotion. Once she's out of the picture, we can move forward with introducing Max to more suitable prospects. I've already spoken with HR about creating a position for her overseas. They assure me it can be done quickly and quietly. We'll present it to her as a fantastic opportunity for career growth, one she'd be foolish to turn down. Let me know your thoughts on this approach. I believe it's our best chance at securing the future of the Bennett legacy. Best, Evelyn" Ava stared at the screen in disbelief, the full extent of Evelyn's manipulation finally becoming clear. Her hands shook as she reached for her phone, unsure of what to do next, but kn