Chapter 1696

"I've told you this many times before. Nothing in this world comes easy. As a businessman, if you want something from me, you have to pay the price." Frank stared coldly at Charlie, who stood below the stage and said, "You are my son. Even if I don't like you, the same blood runs through our veins. If you want Lyra, you must do as I say." Frank rose from his chair and walked toward Charlie. He rested a hand on Charlie's shoulder. "Charlie, you're not a child anymore. "As my son, it's your duty to carry on the Foster family's legacy. I know you got the ability. "Together, we can build a business empire—one that doesn't bow to the four major families, one that doesn't kneel before the Spencer family. "We don't have to be the weakest link anymore. Charlie, do you understand what I'm saying?" There was a rare flicker of warmth in Frank's eyes, but Charlie wasn't moved. He saw it for what it was—a lie. If Frank had ever been a real father, he wouldn't have left him to fend for him