Chapter 170

• RICHARD'S POV
• I took a deep breath, deciding it was time to put everything on the table. “The truth? Langston’s companies are going bankrupt. That deal was supposed to save his dying empire. And let’s not forget his gambling problem.” I turned to Amelia, who was watching everything with wide eyes. “You were supposed to marry a man who would’ve gambled away everything, including your future.”
• Langston laughed loudly, trying to cover his obvious embarrassment with bravado. “Gambling? You’re a liar! I’ve never gambled in my life! You think you can stand there and tarnish my name?”