Chapter 227. A Small Contribution

Stacey suddenly started laughing hysterically. “Did Madison promise you something? Is that why you sent me shopping today? All these years, I thought you cared about me. I’ve done so much for this family. How can you be so heartless?”

“If I don’t take drastic measures, the company might collapse and go bankrupt. You’re focused on protecting Ashley, but you need to think about more than that. You have to consider what’s best for our unborn child,” Peter replied, a hint of redness creeping into his cheeks. After a pause, he added, “I’ve been a father to Ashley for so long. Now, it’s time for her to make a small contribution to the family. What’s wrong with that?”

Stacey stared at him with bloodshot eyes. “A small contribution? Peter, do you realize that what you’ve done could put Ashley behind bars?”

Peter replied casually, “I talked to a lawyer. He said she won’t be locked up for many years.”

Stacey was shocked.

“Not for many years? Do you understand the