Chapter 984
Verity’s tears suddenly broke through the dam of her composure as she spoke.
Tarquin looked at her with icy disdain, “Don’t paint yourself as some innocent victim. You hid him away, only you know the true extent of your own selfish desires.
You orchestrated that car accident that killed my parents. How much of that was for your son, and how much was for your own gain? You know the truth.
So, spare me the act of playing the saint. I have no sympathy for you p>
Verity glared back at him with eyes red from crying, “You have a much nastier tongue than your father ever did p>
“Because he never saw through you, but I have p>
Verity forcefully sniffed, suddenly stopping her tears. She faced him squarely and said, “You’re right, I was selfish! I kept my son hidden to ensure he’d grow up safely, in case you didn’t die first and the Bradfords decided to come after him. I wanted him to inherit the Bradford empire!
And yes, I had a hand in your father’s death because of the Bradford Group. As long as he lived, your grandfather would hold all the power. Only with him gone could there be chaos within the Bradfords, and my chances would be better p>
After finishing, Verity frowned and added, “You hold all the evidence against me, denying it won’t help. I admit it, I did it, and it was all me, no one else is involved. Do with me what you will p>
Tarquin’s lips were a thin line, his complexion turning stormy from rage, veins on his neck standing out prominently.
He had lost his grandmother early on, Allegra was arrogant and distant, and his father saw Verity as a sister, a mother figure!
He had been close to Verity since childhood, maintaining contact even after moving abroad.
And to think he met his end because of her!
He would have never suspected Verity, considering every possible Bradford but never her.
The Bradfords, each more venomous and ruthless than the last!
Tarquin struggled to contain his towering fury, grinding out, “You’re definitely going to pay, but your son’s fate is still undecided p>
Verity panicked, “What does my son have to do with any of this? Are you planning on harming him too? He was just a child when your parents died!” “His fate depends on your cooperation p>
“You… what do you want p>
Tarquin’s gaze hardened, seeing her concern for her son proved there was still love.
Love made negotiations easier.
“What exactly is your relationship with that man p>
“Who are you talking about p>
“You know p>
Verity frowned, p>
Tarquin’s threat was clear, “I came here today because I’m tired of playing games. I know you’re involved with him. If you won’t speak up, I’ll start with your son.
Don’t think he’s safe just because he’s abroad. If I want him dead, there’s nowhere he can hide p>
Verity’s breathing quickened, her eyebrows furrowed tighter, p>
Tarquin continued, “You suddenly showing up around Elysia, risking exposure of your son to get close to her, must have been a desperate move. He’s panicking, and you’re forced to panic with him p>
“You… what do you know p>
Tarquin’s gaze sharpened, “I’ve taken down all his operations domestically. He must be desperate now, especially with Keith gone. He needs a new pawn close to me, which is why he pushed you to show yourself p>
Verity’s eyes widened in shock, “You p>
“How did I know, right? I might not know who he is, but that doesn’t mean I’m clueless about his moves! If I’m not mistaken, he’s been threatening you with your son, hasn’t he p>
Hearing this, Verity’s eyes welled up even more, her lips trembling violently, p>
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Tarquin, seeing his guess was accurate, felt his mood darken further, “I need to know, what exactly he’s been trying to do by getting close to me, and who he really is. Answer me truthfully, and I’ll ensure your son’s safety p>