Chapter 41

• With the approach of Helen and her mother, Tony rose to his feet, his posture commanding. Yet, the moment Mrs. Lugard extended her hand in congratulations, Tony's expression hardened, a coldness radiating from him as he spoke.
• "There's no need to put on a facade. I know you hate that I am so successful now," he said, his voice frigid, refusing to acknowledge her gesture of goodwill.
• With that, he turned on his heel and strode out of the boardroom without a backward glance, leaving both Helen and her mother feeling ashamed.