Chapter: 469

Kaitlin's heart warmed at his words, and she embraced him tightly, offering comfort with a gentle pat on his back.

"Don't dwell on the sadness. Beth may be gone, but you still have the baby and me. We're always here for you. And Miguel? His time to gloat won't last."

Three days later, Beth's funeral took place. It was a lavish affair orchestrated by Miguel, who took the opportunity to publicly read Beth's will, playing the part of the devoted son to the gathered crowd.

Alan and Kaitlin stood solemnly at the funeral, their eyes resting coldly on Miguel.

Word had spread that Miguel had become the second largest shareholder of the Hewitt Group, which shifted the attitudes of many shareholders.