Rose continued, "Adeline also secretly targeted Louis's business, which infuriated the Cross family. They wanted to take action, but Louise advised against it. He let go of the Pierce family, demonstrating his value for loyalty and gratitude.

"He not only wanted to repay the Cross family for raising him, but he also felt obligated to his father. After the company stabilized, he gave it to Celine. He also gave his father a peaceful retirement. This kept things quiet for a few years, but little did he know..."

Rose shook her head in resignation. "Humans, they always let greed win."

"Is Mr. David still alive?" I had never heard Atlas mention his grandfather.

Rose nodded. "He's still around, pushing 98 or 99 years old. But since his son's passing, he’s filled with regret.

"He left Celine and her mother at their estate and moved alone to the old Pierce house. He secluded himself, cut off from the outside world, and paid no attention to Pierce family matters. It's like he's on a spirit