~ Julian ~I slept late yesterday but still my phone rang at six in the morning, pulling me from restless sleep. Seeing my mother’s name, I almost ignored it but habit made me answer.“Julian,” she said coldly. “We need to discuss your actions last night.”“Forget that discussion mother, it's past…”“Julian this is the last chance I'm giving you to fix this mess,” she cut in. “Stop what you’re doing, or I’ll cut you off from your inheritance—your job, your inheritance, your name. Is that woman really worth this stress?”“Her name is Lily. And yes, she is.”“You’re being foolish.” I could picture her pacing her marble office. “The Stone name matters. You’re throwing it away for a woman who’s using those children to manipulate you.”“She’s not using anyone,” I said, jaw tight. “She’s protecting them.”“Those children will be raised as Stones with or without you,” she snapped. “I’ve already filed for custody. The DNA test is scheduled, and the hearing is set. You had your chance to handl
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