Chapter 849

Vincent realized that there was no saving his mother. He glanced at her, recalling her difficult personality, and hardened his resolve. Perhaps letting the police take her away would teach her some humility. Besides, he did not dare say another word to Oliver, fearing that the man might target Serendipity Corporation next. Hence, sacrificing Queenie to protect the company seemed like the best option. "Mr. Jefferson, if you insist that my mother needs to answer for what she's done to Hazel, I accept her detention," Vincent said, his tone strained. "I only ask that you let this incident end here and spare Serendipity Corporation." Oliver's cold laugh cut through the room. "When did I ever say that your mother alone would suffice in giving Hazel an explanation?" Vincent flinched, his heart sinking. Of course Oliver would not stop at just his mother. Vincent's harassment of Hazel was bound to come back to haunt him, too. "Mr. Jefferson, I—" Vincent began, but Oliver ignored him. Turn