Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla and Damon) novel Chapter 1239

"I'm starting to wonder if you really intend to hand the Nixons over to Nyla. Is that why you gave her Kajer Technologies?" Brian asked.

The moment his words left his mouth, the atmosphere in the study grew tense.

Emerald's gaze hardened, anger simmering beneath the surface. "Brian, I've spent years planning everything for you, and this is how you see me?"

Brian stood his ground. "Mom, it's not about what I think. It's about what you did. There are plenty of companies on par with Kajer Tech—why did you have to give her that one? Why Kajer?"

Emerald took a steadying breath, forcing down her irritation. "I told you—I don't owe you an explanation. And even if I did, with your current understanding, you wouldn't get it."

"If you don't explain this to me, I won't do anything for you anymore," Brian shot back.

Emerald slammed her palm on the desk. "Say that again?!"

Brian clenched his jaw, silent but visibly seething.

The room fell into a heavy silence as mother and son stared each other down. The tension in the air was palpable.

After what seemed like an eternity, Emerald exhaled sharply and waved a dismissive hand. "Get out. If you don't want to listen to me anymore, fine. But don't expect to inherit the Nixons, either."

She had always considered Brian her heir, but today, he had deeply disappointed her.