Chapter 46


    46 Estranged Ties and Ambitious Goals


    As Emma sat at her desk, she decided to ce a call to her brother, Maxwell. The tension between


    them had been palpable since theirst strained conversation.


    “Always busy with work, aren’t you? You know, when I called this morning, you sounded free as a bird.


    And now you’re swamped with work?” Maxwell’s voice carried a mix of sarcasm and concern.


    Emma sighed, “Believe me, Maxwell, it’s been a hectic day. And about this morning, well, I guess I do


    care, more than I show.”


    Maxwellughed dryly. “Look at you, climbing the corporatedder. From what I hear, you’re already


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    making waves as the VP. nning to fund my next world tour, are you?”


    The hint of disbelief in his voice stung Emma. “I mean it, Maxwell. I want to support you, just like you’ve


    always supported me.”


    A moment of silence passed before Maxwell spoke again. “Emma, remember how you pushed me


    away during your wedding preparations? Said you needed no help from me? That hurt more than you


    know.”


    The regret in his voice was palpable, and Emma felt a twinge of guilt. “I know, and I’m sorry. I was


    blinded by… things I shouldn’t have been. But I’ve changed, Maxwell. I really have.”


    Maxwell’s tone softened. “Well, if you’re sincere about this change, I suppose I can try to move past the


    old grudges. But I’m sure you didn’t call just to say ‘Hi.’ So, what’s up?”


    Emma chuckled. Her brother always had a knack for getting straight to the point. “Actually, I heard


    about your uing tour. I… I’d like some front-row tickets. I want to be there for you this time,


    properly.”


    There was a pause before Maxwell’sughter filled the line. “You want front-row tickets? Why don’t you


    join the rest of the fans and fight for them?”


    Despite his words, Emma knew her brother well. He’d act tough but would eventually give in to her


    request. They ended the call on a light note, and Emma couldn’t help but smile, feeling a bridge being


    rebuilt.


    Her moment of respite was short-lived, however. Jada burst into her office, her expression a mix of


    frustration and urgency.


    “It’s Nathan. He’s t-out refusing to tender an apology for his misdemeanor. And Alex… he’s


    questioning our motives about the website statement, using us of stealing their development.”


    Emma leaned back in her chair, her mind racing. “Ignore Nathan’s theatrics. As for Alex, tell him we’re


    ying by the rules of fairpetition. If he’s got a problem, he knows where to find us.”


    ”


    Jada left, a smirk ying on her lips, ready to ry Emma’s bold message. As she closed the door


    behind her, Emma couldn’t help but think about theplexities of her life – the strained family ties, the


    cutthroat business world, and the relentless pursuit of her sown path. She took a deep breath,


    46 Estranged Ties and Ambitious Goals


    ready to face whatever challenge came next, with a determination that had now be her


    trademark.


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