“I want him to live a long life, at least until we're married, have children, and build our business empire. He can't die before then.

“I don’t need to lift a finger to get revenge on him. As long as I live better than his sons and thrive in happiness, that alone will torment him.”

Caroline did not know if her father would ever regret how he had treated her, not that she cared either way anymore.

Darren nodded. “Don’t worry, I’ll make sure he’s taken care of. He actually has a strong spirit.