The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1855

However, the minute they stepped into the suite, there was a knock on the door.

Lea went to answer and found a group of people in work uniforms on the other side, who solemnly explained their purpose.

Thaddeus International Corporation was suspected of illegal operations and tax evasion within several local companies. The amount was substantial, and they needed to take Thaddeus into custody for investigation.

Bertha was taken aback. She was quite stunned.

Lea was also at a loss for what to do.

Oddly enough, Thaddeus, who had just been in tears, seemed indifferent to this. It was as if he had anticipated it. He calmly walked over and said, “I'll go with you.”

Bertha couldn't believe it. "Thaddeus! What...what's happening?"

Thaddeus gave her a bitter smile. “Bertha, I owe you and Lea an apology. I'll go with them for now, but if you still want a divorce afterward, contact my lawyer.”

Bertha's eyes welled up with tears. "Thaddeus..."

“Dad!” Lea yelled.

Thaddeus was led away by the officials, leaving only Bertha and Lea in the expansive hotel suite.

Bertha sat blankly on the sofa, not uttering a word.

Lea walked over and took her mother's hand. “Mom, don't worry too much. Dad's just being investigated; we don't know the outcome yet.”

Bertha snapped back to reality, managing a forced smile. She patted her daughter's head and nodded.