Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 125

Ethan has always been a man of his word.

The next morning, Ethan asked Lucas to contact Silas. With Hunter's approval, Silas immediately responded that they could meet in the afternoon.

The duo agreed to convene at a coffee shop selected by Hunter. Both were timely, entering the café nearly simultaneously. This marked the first formal encounter between Hunter and Ethan. Hunter held a measure of admiration for the young man who emanated an incredible allure with his exceptional good looks and charisma. He couldn't shake off the thought that, if circumstances with Ines hadn't taken a bitter turn, Ethan could have been his son-in-law.

As Hunter looked Ethan over, Ethan was also observing Hunter.

Ines had mentioned that she had seen Hunter in the hospital, and it was clear that he did look a bit pale.

"Mr. Galeana, I suppose you know that I asked you here today because of my wife," Ethan said. His speech was always like this, only becoming more intimate when dealing with his family and Ines, occasionally showing a casual side.

Hunter, who was still fantasizing about Ethan being his son-in-law, felt a bit jarred by his cold tone. He couldn't help but lower his voice, "Is this how you talk to your elders?"

Ethan raised an eyebrow, simply saying, "This is how I treat strangers."

This caught Hunter off guard. He couldn't help but emphasize, "I am Ines' father."

"Wait until she acknowledges you before you say that," Ethan retorted, not seeming to care at all.

Seeing the tension between the two, Silas quickly stepped in, whispering to Hunter, "Chairman, let's get down to business."

Hunter's body really couldn't handle the burden of the Galeana Group any longer; every day was consuming his life.

Ethan naturally heard their conversation. Before Hunter could speak, he made his stance clear, "If by business, Mr. Galeana, you mean persuading Izzy to join the Galeana Group, to work her tail off for you, I suggest you save your breath. I won't persuade her. I married my wife to cherish her. I respect her choice to work, but that doesn't mean I'm willing to let her work her tail off for the Galeana Group. Of course, if she is willing, I won't stop her."

In other words, the breakthrough lies with Ines. Their only chance of getting her to work for the group is if she forgives them.

Hunter was taken aback, clearly not expecting Ethan to know his intentions. But every time he tried to communicate with Ines, he either passed out from anger or his blood pressure skyrocketed. There was no way to communicate with her.

With her stubborn personality, he wouldn't have to go through Ethan to get to her.

But having his intentions exposed by a younger man, Hunter felt a bit embarrassed, "I'm offering her wealth and status that she won't be able to achieve in her lifetime."

Ethan looked at the man in front of him, feeling a bit pathetic. He shook his head and sighed, "Mr. Galeana, you still don't know your daughter. She doesn't pursue wealth and status." All she ever wanted was simple: financial independence, a simple and happy life.

If it weren't for the accident that led to their marriage, she'd still be living a simple life in B City, probably pulling some pranks during a few blind dates.

Thinking about this, Ethan couldn't help but smile. That woman, five years younger than him, had quietly rooted herself in his heart. Every time he thought of her, he felt a strange warmth, as if she had a magical power.

"I know, but after marrying a man like you, she needs that status even more." Living in a powerful family like the Meyer family, she needs the backing of her own family to avoid being bullied.

"There's no need for concern. Half of my assets, which surpass the value of the Galeana Group, are registered in her name," Ethan affirmed with a light-hearted smile. Both Hunter and Silas stared at Ethan in disbelief. They had investigated before this meeting. The Meyer Group, a multinational corporation with a diverse portfolio including hotels, catering, jewelry, cosmetics, and more, conspicuously lacked a footing in real estate. The reason why the Meyer Group had steered clear of this sector remained an enigma.

The most common rumor was that the Meyer Group had had problems with its real estate development a few years ago, its business was severely impacted, and it never recovered.

Real estate happened to be the main business of the Galeana Group, which held a significant position in A City.

The two had racked their brains to come up with a strategy, planning to use the real estate business as bait to get Ethan to persuade Ines. Even if the Galeana Group was eventually swallowed by the Meyer Group, at least his hard work wouldn't be wasted. Ines could get a piece of the pie.

But hearing Ethan say that he had given half of his property to Ines, Hunter realized they didn't need the Galeana Group. He had offered a lifetime of hard work, but was met with indifference.

That was incredibly frustrating. Hunter felt a pain in his chest that radiated throughout his body. Silas quickly took out a pill bottle and poured a pill into his hand. Hunter quickly swallowed the pill and it took him a long time to recover.

"With an illness like this, Mr. Galeana, it's better to seek medical help sooner rather than later. Don't try to gain Ines' sympathy with your condition," Ethan said casually.

Hunter was stunned. He thought he had hidden his condition well, but Ethan had spotted it so quickly.

"I have no such intentions."

Ethan smiled, "Good. Because right now, other than playing the sympathy card, there's nothing you can do to make Ines give you a second glance."

Hunter was dumbfounded, but Ethan hit him with another punchline, "Now that you know your daughter has potential, you want to acknowledge her. Where were you before?" After confirming Hunter's thoughts, Ethan left. NôvelDrama.Org content rights.

Silas heaved a sigh and said to Hunter, "Boss, why didn't you tell him that you had your reasons for cutting ties with Ms. Galeana? If it weren't for her and her daughter constantly clinging to Ms. Galeana, you wouldn't have made such a heartless move."

Hunter gave a bitter smile and didn't say anything, his eyes gazing blankly into the distance. He remembered the days when Ines was small, the times when they were a family of three.

What's the point of saying anything now, he had made too many mistakes.

After a while, he finally said, "If Emma wants to marry Aiden, let her have it. I don't want to worry about it anymore."

Silas nodded, "I'll find a chance to mention this to Aiden's parents. I'm sure with their pressure, he'll cave in soon."