Chapter 6: Fractured Loyalties
Ethan's investigation into his family's past had created a rift between him and his parents. They seemed to be hiding secrets, and Ethan couldn't shake the feeling that they were lying to him.
As he confronted his parents about his discoveries, the tension in the room became palpable. His parents denied any wrongdoing, but Ethan could see the fear in their eyes.
"Ethan, you're being foolish," his father said, his voice rising. "You're chasing shadows and phantoms. You need to focus on your duties and responsibilities."
But Ethan refused to back down. He knew that he had to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.
"I won't stop until I know the truth," Ethan said, his voice firm. "I deserve to know what's going on."
His parents exchanged a worried glance, and for a moment, Ethan thought he saw a glimmer of understanding in their eyes. But then, their faces hardened, and they turned away from him.
"Ethan, you're on your own," his mother said, her voice cold. "If you continue down this path, you'll be cutting ties with the family."
Ethan felt a pang of sadness, but he knew that he couldn't turn back now. He was determined to uncover the truth, even if it meant losing his family.
As he walked away from the estate, Ethan felt a sense of uncertainty. He didn't know where he was going or what he would find, but he knew that he had to keep moving forward.
The road ahead was fraught with danger, but Ethan was ready to face whatever came his way. He was no longer the same person who had been sheltered and protected by his family's wealth and influence.
Ethan was now a man on a mission, driven by a desire for truth and justice. He would stop at nothing to uncover the secrets of his family's past, even if it meant sa
crificing everything.