Ivanna sat up and looked at me, saying, “Matthew will regret it one day. His protectiveness over Melanie is just an expression of his insecurities. He always feels his inadequacies around you.

“You outshine him in every way, whether it’s Tanum Corporation’s founding or your decision-making skills.”

“I didn’t mean it that way, Ivanna.” I was puzzled, wondering how my abilities could pressure Matthew.

“That’s the unfortunate truth. Matthew fears you but doesn’t want to accept it. That’s why he’