Chapter 1889
Caleb’s POV:
The next morning, I woke up to find Debra still asleep.
My mood was uplifted by the passion we shared the previous night.
I gently ki*sed her forehead while she lay in my arms, still bearing the marks from our passionate love making.
I was content just watching her sleep, feeling that having her close was all I needed.
However, recalling the responsibilities awaiting me, I pushed myself to leave the bed.
Shirley’s words from yesterday struck a chord.
It was indeed my failure to properly oversee the Thorn Edge Pack that had put Debra at risk repeatedly.
Resolute, I vowed never to let her come to harm again.
After a tender ki*s on her forehead, I left the bedroom.
The servants had prepared breakfast, but time pressed on me.
“Watch the children, and let Debra rest undisturbed, will you?” I instructed them.
“Yes, sir,” the servants answered in unison.
I then proceeded to my study.
Once there, I dialed Carlos to inquire about the previous night’s incident.
“Who was responsible for taking photos of Debra?” I asked.
Carlos hesitated, then apologized, revealing it was Alexandria and Neal’s doing.
My disdain was palpable.
“It seems the lessons previously imparted were insufficient.
”
In a stern voice, I set a clear mandate.
“You have three days.
I want these two completely erased from the Thorn Edge Pack.
”
After a brief pause, Carlos spoke with resolution.
“I understand.
”
Feeling reassured, I was about to end the call when Carlos broke the silence once more.
“I’m truly sorry, Caleb.
As head of the Vargas family, it is my duty to bear responsibility for the actions of my uncle and cousin.
I am prepared to accept whatever consequences you deem appropriate.
”
I responded with a smile, “There’s no need for you to apologize on behalf of such scoundrels.
Neal went as far as using his daughter in a scheme to usurp your role as family head.
Do you really think such a man deserves your apologies?”
Carlos replied ruefully, “You’re right.
Neal has always been driven by ambition.
Initially, I believed Alexandria was not like her father and suggested she could serve as your secretary.
That was clearly a mistake.
”
He trailed off, perhaps feeling he lacked even the right to offer an apology, yet that was all he could offer.
I cut him off, my tone firm.
“Taking action against Alexandria and her father will prove far more effective than any apology could.
”
Carlos responded promptly, “Don’t worry.
I’m on it.
”
Debra’s POV:
I woke up and realized Caleb was not in the bed.