Gavin sat rigidly in his seat, his expression etched with disapproval as he attempted to reason with his brother.
It was as if the time spent in imprisonment had transformed his sibling into a more stubborn and controlling figure than ever before.
If only Carol hadn't suffered the traumatic brain injury, she would have likely never consented to remarry while her husband languished in some forsaken place.
Gavin could still recall the intense love that burned between them and the countless sacrifices they had made to remain apart for various reasons. Now, a tragic accident and Nexus's relentless grip had torn them apart once again. The situation was maddening, but he had to restrain his emotions, reminding himself that Carol was not just someone he cared about—she was Nexus's daughter. That simple truth silenced him, forcing him to swallow any thoughts of interfering in his brother's family matters.
