Milo's fist crashed against the table. "Since when do I need anyone's blessing to claim a granddaughter-in-law?"
Isobel's brow creased with concern. She wondered how Irina had transformed from Wilson's attending physician into Milo's so-called granddaughter-in-law. The old man was speaking recklessly—Wilson would explode if he caught wind of this declaration.
Hugo sat stunned, his mind racing. Irina's identity had become a puzzle he couldn't solve. Retired officials from the Friendship Community backed her, and now Milo himself had intervened on her behalf. Zack had targeted the worst possible person.
Sweat beaded on Hugo's forehead as he stammered an apology. "I was completely unaware of the situation. This whole mess is one giant misunderstanding. Had I known the truth, I never would have allowed such reckless behavior."
