Chapter: 1304

Grady's smile dropped, replaced by a scowl. “What the hell are you talking about?"

Lucilla, rattled but determined, responded, "I haven't depended on your money since my youth, nor am I in debt to you. I understand your need for funds now, but if you don't agree to this separation, I would rather destroy the money than hand it over to you."

Her father's threat was immediate. "I raised you. Do you think six hundred thousand is enough to sever our ties? As my daughter, you're obligated to support me, even if it costs you everything."

Unyielding, Lucilla retorted, "Go ahead and test me then. I have nothing left to lose. If you push me too far, I won't hesitate to end things dramatically right in front of you. Then you'll have to explain to the gangsters why their money isn't coming."

With that, she ended the call.