The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 724

Danny unpacks his things with quiet satisfaction. Even though the circumstances are tragic, getting to share a roof with the love of his life is a monumental win, and he intends to be on his absolute best behavior.

Throughout the day, various members of the Dennis family try calling Tara, but she ignores every single one. She is too suffocated by her own overwhelming grief to deal with their inevitable drama. She is far more devastated by Charles's death than she ever thought possible, even if she refuses to show it.

However, there is one call she doesn't ignore. When her mentor, Joseph, lights up her screen, she answers immediately.

Joseph rarely calls unless the sky is falling. He isn't a man who knows how to express affection—usually, Mr. Yates or Joey act as his emotional translators, relaying his quiet concern to Tara. But because they have always communicated this way, Tara knows that a direct call from him means serious business.

"Joseph," she answers.

"I heard about your father," the older man says, his voice gruff. "My condolences."

He clearly struggles to find the right words of comfort, lacking the emotional vocabulary to navigate grief. But Tara is entirely caught off guard. She never expected him to bring this up. He knows better than anyone how toxic her relationship with the Dennis family is, and that she had essentially washed her hands of them.

"Thank you, but I'll be fine. Don't worry about me," she replies.

When Tara walks into the secure room, Joseph is already waiting. Though he is well into his sixties, his towering frame remains impeccably sharp. He possesses the commanding, unshakable aura of a man who has spent a lifetime wielding absolute authority.

"Joseph," she greets him softly, taking a seat across from him.

He nods, gesturing to the fresh coffee already prepared on the table. They fall into an easy, comfortable silence as they pour their drinks—a natural rhythm they've shared for years.