Lesmana's heart skipped a beat. His words felt like a heavy-packed blow. He shut his mouth.
"So, yes, I will free her from their claws."
"What if that is not what your sister wants?"
"Aruna didn't know what danger would threaten her if she stayed with that family. I am no fool. The rumor is that Wenceslas's family was targeted by assassins. That's not empty words. All businessmen in this country are well aware of that secret."
Once again, the ex-chief stayed silent. He froze.
"I just want her to have a normal life. I'm not you, who is so scared to break free out of their hold just because you think you can't fight them. I'm not you, who surrendered your own daughter and sacrificed her future. So, forgive me, Father. Please, let me protect my sister." Anantha ended their conversation, leaving his father to get beaten by the harsh truth.
_Please, forgive me, Aruna. I can't help you anymore._
_Oh, God, what kind of father am I?_
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