Daniel hadn't expected Hugo to show up unannounced. Not today. Not after everything that had happened.
But the moment Henry called, saying "Sir, Mr. Bennett is here," Daniel didn't waste a second. He left home immediately, driving straight back to Clafford International.
He knew today was critical for the Bennetts—
the board meeting that would decide Hugo's future in his own company.
So Hugo appearing here, in Daniel's office, meant only one thing:
Something had gone wrong.
Henry opened the door as Daniel approached. Daniel stepped inside, Henry following in behind him and stopping near the far wall, silently observing.
Hugo stood there—back straight, shoulders tense, expression carved from stone.
Daniel took one look and exhaled sharply.
"You really enjoy surprising me, Father-in-law," he drawled, settling into his chair with deliberate calm. "Second time you've visited without warning. Should I expect a third?"
His tone was smooth…
but sharp enough to be mockery.
