The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 996

Skyler could make a clear distinction between right and wrong.

Tanya and Geoffrey were anything but kind to him. In his eyes, they were the real villains trying to use and control him. They even spread rumors that he was sick to make him the laughingstock of everyone, leaving him to face mockery and discrimination.

Angel and his cousin stood by him, always encouraging and trusting him. Thanks to them, Skyler had led a life as normal as any other person.

[If you see me as your brother, why do you always wear a mask around me, hiding your face? I can never trust someone behind a mask.] Skyler challenged.

[I have my reasons, and one day, when my long-held wish comes true, you'll see my face.] Geoffrey promised.

[Then we'll talk on that day. Until I see your face, I can't trust you. For all I know, you could be a stranger masquerading as my brother, trying to fool me. I'm not dumb enough to fall for that.] Skyler retorted with suspicion.

[Don't you trust Tanya at least? She sent you to Elysium so that you would reconnect with the Stirling family. But Leopold disagrees and fears you'll threaten his position as the head of the family and has locked Tanya away. She's in danger and Leopold could harm her at any moment. We need to find a way to save her.] Geoffrey urged.

[Tanya's back at Eastwood Heights, that's what my dad told me.]

[Hanson is siding with Leopold now. Of course, he won't tell you the truth.]

[If she's been locked away, then she must have done something wrong. I don't believe you. I'll find out the truth for myself.]

[You think Aurelia and Leopold will tell you the truth? They're just brainwashing you and treating you like a fool. One day, you'll realize how foolish it was to trust them.]

Skyler laid his phone down on the table, with his mind a whirlwind of thoughts. He knew Geoffrey was probably trying to drive a wedge between him, his cousin, and Angel. Without them, Skyler would be back to being bullied and manipulated just like before.