Chapter 102 - Emotional Ride (1/2)
Three of us walked out from Adam's house. Neil took the drivers seat. Mr. Carlton sat on the front and I was left at the backseat. It's hard to believe all that happened in just a short time.
Adam won't be bothering us again. Mr. Carlton called Adam's dad and notified him about his son's mischievous works.
The atmosphere has gotten better than before. I wanted to speak up and see if he's okay or not.
” That was awesome dad! You were totally badass today. ” Neil said gleefully. It sounded like a praise.
” Shut up. ” Mr. Carlton scolds his son.
” Umm... if you don't mind can I ask you something? ” With a bit of hesitation I asked my father-in-law.
” Yeah.” He replied.
” Why do you have so many guns? ” My voice wasn't shaking. Although I was hoping that he won't overreact hearing my question.
” Just a hobby. ” He replied bluntly.
” Hobby. I see.” My lips were pressed together inward. That was not the answer I thought it to be.
” Dad, can I use them sometimes?” Like a child Neil asked his father. So much enthusiasm can be seen in his eyes.
” No. ” Mr. Carlton denied.
” Aww man! ” Neil pouts like a kid.
Within the moment of fun I remembered that Mr. Carlton wanted to pay the money. I can't let my father-in-law do that since it was my job to handle the problems caused by Adam.
” Oh and... you don't have to pay the money. I'll-” I was interrupted.
” No Theo, let me do one. I'm not dead yet. I can do this for my daughter. ” My father-in-law requested me wholeheartedly. I knew that his sentimental values were getting hurt.
” If you insist. ” How can I not agree? He's finally showing his sincerity.
” I'd like to apologise for not taking proper care of your daughter. If only I paid more attention to her, things won't have gotten worse. ” A dejected me begged for some mercy. I can't ignore the fact that my inadvertency resulted in a great crisis.
” You don't need to apologise. It wasn't your fault to begin with. I should be the one apologising to my kids. I have taken away their dreams so heartlessly.” It was a shock. Yes, it really was. To hear those words all of a sudden, me and Neil both were sensing a hidden avowal.
” Dad....” Neil was about to say something but he lost the words.
” Yes Neil. I'm sorry for forcing you to work in the company. You never wanted to be in this field. ” His eyes were filled with sorrow and guilt.
” It's fine dad. We have talked it out already. Don't feel so sorry about it. As your son it's my responsibility to look after the company. ” It was not the excitement or his childishness. He was speaking like a man.
” Well you don't have to work their anymore. ”
” I didn't get you. ” Wait.... is it what I think it is?
” I'm thinking about letting your sister work there. She already has some experience so, she will be fine. Although you can't quit this moment. After Stella settles down in the company, you can finally pursue your dreams. ”