Chapter 982
Chapter 982 I Will Kill Your Entire Family
Catherine ced Joseph in the side quarters of the Rogers residence''s main house.
As soon as the door swung open, she saw the man sitting on the couch, looking haggard, as if he had
aged a decade in an instant.
This man had once cherished her, loved her, and treated her like the apple of his eye.
Later on, when Harvey became mentally challenged due to someone''s schemes, he ced all his
hopes on her.
He educated her, nurtured her, and groomed her to be the next head of the family.
Back then, although she didn''t harbor a strong desire for power, she remained profoundly grateful to
him, for she thought that this was her father''s profound expression of love for her.
Over the years, she diligently cultivated her own strength, fortifying the legitimate line''s position within
the family. Quietly and resolutely, she had also navigated the elimination of numerous adversaries, all
for the sake of her father and younger brother.
What took her by surprise, however, was the stark realization that she had been nothing but a pawn in
her father''s intricate game right from the outset, serving as a shield to safeguard her younger brother
from impending disaster.
The loving facade of her father from the past had, in reality, been nothing more than a deceptive veil
that she had used to obscure the truth, both for herself and those around her.
Joseph''s attention was drawn to themotion at the door, prompting him to slowly lift his head. As his
gaze scanned over Catherine, he couldn''t help but put on a mocking, icy smile.
“Are you here to end me?” he asked.
Catherine abruptly stopped in her tracks as she slowly withdrew her right leg, which had been poised to
take another step.
He abandoned any pretense without a second thought now that everything was exposed.
The way he was looking at her at that moment resembled the way one might stare at a sworn enemy.
Certainly, he had every reason to resent and me her. If she hadn''t brought the Luther brothers into
the picture, he might''ve won the face-off with Broderick.
Even if he faced defeat, the Rogers family would still remain within the hands of their own kin, rather
than sumbing to domination and absorption by the Luther family. In the grand scheme of things, the
two brothers ended up being seen as the sinners responsible for what happened to the Rogers family.
“I never aspired to be the head of the family, nor did I ever consider betraying the Rogers family. It was
your distrust and murderous intent toward me that provoked Simon. Initially, I had nned to ask Bailey
to treat Harvey. After his recovery, I intended to hand over the family affairs to him. Luna and I would
then step away from the center of power in the Rogers family. But why burn bridges? Why treat me like
a disposable sacrificialmb?” Catherine said.
Joseph''s body quivered involuntarily, a fleeting twinge of pain flickering in his eyes, apanied by a
subtle undercurrent of regret.
He didn''t quite believe her when she said she wasn''t interested in assuming the family''s leadership and
revealed her intentions to involve Bailey in Harvey''s treatment.
Yet, one undeniable truth remained. Had he not pushed her to the brink, the Luther brothers would
never have interfered in the Rogers family''s matters, and the Rogers family would not have fallen apart
as it did.
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At this juncture, no matter how fervently he leveled usations, it was impossible to reverse the
course of their defeat.
Instead of this futile approach, it might be wiser to regain Catherine''s trust, leveraging the bonds of
family affection and potentiallypelling her to relinquish control of the power currently held by the
Luther family.
If she were to appeal to the Luther brothers, there was a good chance that the Luthers might show
them some mercy.
This confrontation primarily inflicted damage upon the main branch of the family, while the branches
scattered around the world remained rtively unscathed.
Therefore, as long as the Luthers didn''t actively undermine the Rogers family and allowed them to
recover, he held the belief that within a decade, the Rogers family could reim their vitality.
“Cath, I realize my mistake now. I was foolish and acted recklessly. I''m genuinely sorry. Can you find it
in your heart to forgive me just this once, please? The Rogers family''s legacy spans thousands of
years, and I can''t allow it to crumble under my watch. I made a grave mistake even to consider handing
over the family to that fool. Harvey''s condition is beyond cure now. Can you assist me in rebuilding our
family? I promise to fully support you as the rightful leader this time. Is that okay with you? You are the
legitimate daughter of the Rogers family, and you''re partly responsible for our family''s destiny.
Considering that the Rogers family has nurtured you into adulthood, could you help me this time?”
Joseph earnestly implored.
Catherine chuckled softly, herughter carrying a touch of mncholy that inexplicably evoked a sense
of sadness in those who heard it.
Even at this point, he was still squandering the familial bond that once united them.
She said, “Even without Harvey, you would never have considered passing the family''s leadership to
me. I''m aware that you''ve already identified a promising heir from the side branch and have been
grooming him for the top position. So, Mr. Joseph, please stop pretending to be the loving father and
dutiful son; it''s quite hypocritical. In your heart, I''ve never been a contender for the inheritance. Material
possessions don''t hold much value for me either. However, being deceived to such an extent by my
own family is something I can''t help but resent. You needn''t waste any more words. I''ll have the Luther
family curtail the remaining influence of the Rogers family. As for this family manor, I''ll retain it for now.
The rest of you can spend the remainder of your lives here.”
Upon finishing her words, she pivoted and made her way toward the exit.
A chilling, murderous intent gleamed in Joseph''s eyes as he witnessed her unyielding demeanor.
He nonchntly seized a fruit knife from the table and lunged menacingly toward Catherine.
Since that Luther kid cares so much about this brat, I''ll kidnap her and use her to threaten him. With
her in my hands, I''m sure he''ll obey me!
He intended not only to demand the Luther brothers stop their assaults on the Rogers family but also to
make sure that the Luther family shouldered all the losses incurred by the Rogers family in this ordeal.
With the help of the Luther family, he was convinced the Rogers family could make a full recovery in
less than a month.
As Catherine felt the palpable surge of murderous intent closing in behind her, a bitter smile
subconsciously yed at the corner of her lips.
She had stopped Simon from further suppressing the Rogers family. Instead, her remaining forces
were diligently engaged in restructuring Rogers Group, believing that Harvey''s return after his eventual
recovery would serve as a catalyst for the gradual restoration of the Rogers family to its former glory.
After all, this was her home, where her roots were deeply anchored.
Yet, she had never expected that her beloved father, whom she had held in high esteem for so many
years, would still want to kill her at this point.
Thest shred of affection and attachment she had for her family waspletely extinguished.
The pain she expected never materialized. Instead, a dull thud echoed as a heavy object fell from
behind.
Almost instinctively, she wanted to turn around but abruptly found herself enveloped in a reassuring
embrace.
Simon, panting heavily and trembling uncontrobly, tightened his arm around her waist.
“Catherine, what''s going on with you? How could you just stand there and let him stab you?” he asked.
While the man''s exasperated voice resounded from above her, she had a yful impulse to retort,
“Well, I don''t have eyes in the back of my head, so I can''t see what''s happening behind me.”
However, when she met his slightly reddened eyes, she opted not to say it.
Just a moment ago, she had indeed experienced a feeling of despair, contemting that since this life
had been bestowed upon her by her parents, if they desired it back, perhaps she should willingly return
it to them.
Now, as she locked eyes with his horrified gaze, a profound wave of regret surged within her heart.
Catherine, are you out of your mind? Luna is still waiting for you to rescue her, and this jerk is still
waiting to marry you. How can you sacrifice your life for these cold-hearted rtives?
Simon''s anxiety escted when she remained silent, prompting him to issue a menacing threat, “If you
dare to disregard the value of your life again, I''ll obliterate your entire family.”
It was such a terrifying and violent threat, yet she inexplicably felt a warmth and delight wash over her.
“I knew you would save me, so I didn''t have to lift a finger,” she chirped light-heartedly.
In an instant, all of Simon''s anger dissipated when he saw her mischievous and yful demeanor.
He realized that the girl he loved was stunningly beautiful when her facade was peeled away. Her usual
aloofness had vanished, reced by a vivaciousness tinged with a hint of coquettish charm.
As he was lost in thought, a wave of emotion washed over him. Acting on a sudden impulse, he
scooped her into his arms and headed decisively toward her mansion.
“Cath, I want you.”