Abel scratched his head. Who said he was gay? He was straighter than a ruler!

“Julianna, I suggest you zip that mouth of yours!” Rosaline barked as she stood up from her seat, ready to rip into Julianna at any given moment. “Who are you calling gay?!”

“Who else do you think I’m talking about?” Julianna smirked coldly. “It’s one of the three Ryker grandsons, and it’s definitely not Adam or Adrien, so that leaves…”

“Stop it, all of you!” Oscar snapped. “Why is everyone squabbling as though I’m dead?”

Rosaline and Julianna continued staring daggers at each other, but they knew better than to continue arguing. Both ladies took their seats once again.

“Abel, I’ll give you one chance to give everyone a proper explanation. I don’t want to see our family’s good name tarnished and ruined!” Oscar croaked.

“What do you want me to explain, granddad?” Abel spoke calmly.

“Of all the people I chose to succeed me as head of Ryker Group, I chose you, Abel. However, I never expected you to indulge in that sort of shameful vice! Even until the day I die, I will never approve of it!” Oscar lamented.

explained. “I’m not gay, nor do I fancy men. I treat

you trying to kid?” Adam mocked. “I’ve seen you hugging and cuddling with Emmett with

turn an innocent friendship into something more than it is!” Abel

the incriminating photos of Abel

out on the table, while Julianna and Landen were trying their best not to look too

sounded more tired than angry now. “Tell me

up. “I’ve spoken with Abel. He will make sure he distances himself from Emmett and cut all ties with him. He will also make his relationship with Ms. Evelyn official and make a public announcement, so all of this should

Julianna said incredulously. “The damage

one, won’t be pleased if we let this go so easily,”

vindictive family members. “Just let it

Julianna admonished her second son. “What else could it be then? This

we don’t come out and make a statement to clear the air, we’ll lose our standing in

would respect us anymore if they knew

the hall. The Rykers turned toward the door

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