Xavier Brooke's words visibly altered the Old Master's complexion on the spot, making it quite unsightly.
He hadn't expected that Xavier had also been holding onto these grievances all these years. Xavier had never shared these thoughts with him before, so he was unaware that they could harbor such deep resentment in Xavier.
"Xavier, I didn't think you would feel this way. Some things in life are predetermined for many people. You are the eldest son of the Brooke Family, and it was always going to be your role to take over eventually. What do you think I could have done as a father?"
There was a hint of exhaustion in the Old Master's tone, and he asked somewhat helplessly.
