Chapter 50. A Significant Event

The upscale restaurant hummed with chatter and the clinking of glasses as Kelly, Jack, Kenneth, and Mandy sat at a private table tucked away in a dimly lit corner. The scent of deliciously cooked meat filled the air, mingling with the anticipation of an impending conversation.

Kelly stirred her drink with a thoughtful expression on her face, breaking the silence. “Kenneth, about the deal with Lily…”

Kenneth’s gaze met Kelly’s, and he straightened in his seat, a touch defensive. “Yeah, what happened? I didn’t receive the amount we agreed upon. I could easily go to the public about this.”

Jack leaned back, his alpha aura evident even in this public setting. “Once you attempted to steal your daughter’s money for her education, Garrett took interest in the arrangement. He was the one who sent you the money, so you will deal with him moving forward,” he said calmly. “My son does not like anyone to interfere in his personal matters.”

Kenneth’s hackles rose, but bef