Chapter 7 The Sins

Venice, Italy, at 8 PM

Mikael Alexandre William bowed his head before his parents. His mother, Josephine, cried hysterically in John's arms after he told her everything he had planned.

Throughout his life, Mikael had never felt this guilty before his parents. It felt like a burst of rage had burned through his heart—drowning him in guilt.

“I know you probably won't like my plan. However, this is the only thing I can do to protect Michael's fiancé.” Mikael said in a calm voice. He clenched his fists tightly when he saw Josephine staring at him fiercely—hatefully.

“What are you doing, Mikael? Are you playing with Claire on purpose?” John hissed sharply.

Mikael exhaled slowly, "why am I playing with her if you've been playing with us all this time?"

“What are you talking about? Claire and Michael are engaged. She should know how her fiancé is condition.”

"Now she's engaged to me." Cut Mikael decisively. His eyes flashed sharply, showing that he was serious with his statement.

“Dear,” Jos