Max watched the video intently. From the beginning, he could tell that the message wasn't meant only for him. Dennis was addressing every member of the Stern family, and Max had a good idea why he had decided to contact them all.
"Recently, there was an attempt on my life," Dennis said. "That alone isn't surprising. People target me regularly, but they rarely make it as far as my doorstep."
His expression remained serious as he continued.
"I have security teams at my home, at my businesses, and with me whenever I travel. Information about my whereabouts is also kept secret, even from members of my own family."
Max listened carefully, thinking back to the attack at the manor.
"This experience has reminded me that I might not live as long as I intended," Dennis said. "If that happens, I would leave this world with a regret. I don't believe enough time has passed for me to properly decide who should become the next heir to the Stern family."
