Chapter 17 - Ethan Rebuilds Trust With His Elderly Father Slowly
Back at the Westchester estate, as evening shadows lengthened across the lawn, Ethan walked into his father's study.
He placed a fresh cup of tea on the mahogany desk, standing respectfully before his father without saying a word.
Richard looked up from his paperwork, observing the genuine humility and remorse etched across his son's face.
“Detective Ortiz just briefed me on the Brooklyn sting operation. You’re planning to go along as a federal witness?” Richard asked.
“I have to, Dad. I let an outsider destroy our family; I need to help put the pieces back together,” Ethan answered firmly.
Richard studied him for a long moment before offering a rare, approving nod of paternal respect.
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“Be careful out there, son. Family is the only real wealth we possess in this world,” Richard said softly.
Ethan felt a heavy weight lift from his chest, knowing the fracture between them was finally beginning to heal.
