Chapter 81 What Good Is He, Anyway?

• With Franklin's arrival, Julia finally had someone powerful in her corner, and the entire atmosphere shifted in an instant.
• Declan wasted no time ditching Hazel and rushing over, all smiles and servility. "Godfather, thank you for taking the time to join us. We've all been waiting eagerly for you."
• Franklin, a shrewd, rotund businessman, patted Julia's hand with a knowing grin. "Declan, I've heard some troubling things. Someone's been upsetting Julia, and I'm not happy about it. I gave her to you so she'd find happiness, not misery. Do you understand what I'm saying?"