Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 404

Dexter had given up struggling. He allowed the company to go bankrupt because he felt like any effort he made would go to waste.

Kayla had still clung to a glimmer of hope before this. No matter how loud the criticism grew, she believed there would eventually be a way to overcome it.

She thought this was just another storm among many for the Fullers. It wasn't uncommon, and they wouldn't end up bankrupt no matter how bad it got.

But her dreams were about to be shattered.

Kayla clutched Dexter's hand and cried, "Dad, are we really going bankrupt? Can't you think of something? Please, think of something!"

Dexter smiled bitterly. "Kayla, there are many things I haven't told you. The business world isn't as simple as you think."

The real issue was that the rumors last time had knocked the Fullers from their high horses. Their assets shrunk, their market value dropped, and internal struggles began to surface. It was like a building whose foundation had been destroyed.

It might still appear intact on the surface, but the structure was shaky and ready to collapse at any moment. All it needed was one final push for their entire company to come crashing down.

Kayla refused to believe it and urged, "Dad, let's ask Mr. Sully for help! He's always been close to you, and he sends me birthday gifts every year. He'll help us!"

Dexter sighed. He had wanted to protect his daughter's last shred of innocence, but he had no choice but to reveal the harsh realities now. "Kayla, Mr. Sully is one of our biggest rivals. It's not just him; those businessmen and friends you've met before are also taking advantage of this situation.

"They've been eyeing my business for years. Now that the opportunity has arisen, who would let it go to waste?"

Even if they didn't take over the business, someone else would. And if everyone else was taking a piece, why wouldn't they?

To be honest, if another family were in Fuller's position, Dexter would have made the same decision. That was just how things were.

Myra forced a smile. "Alright, don't be so pessimistic. Nobody knows what will happen next. Maybe there's still a way out of this."