In Chapter 177 of \u201cWhen Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen,\u201d Michael grapples with the guilt of his family\u2019s past as he confronts his son Denton about their family\u2019s legacy tied to the Lincoln Group. Michael\u2019s memories of the company\u2019s decline are marred by a sense of entitlement, believing he should reclaim what he perceives as rightfully his. Adriana, witnessing this confrontation, realizes the burden of unresolved issues that Curtis has been carrying, stemming from his father\u2019s actions and the legacy of the Lincoln Group.<\/p>\n
Denton\u2019s determination to reject the family\u2019s wealth is met with disbelief and anger from his mother, Juliet, who cannot fathom walking away from the empire that could secure their future. Despite the tension, Denton stands firm, asserting that they do not need to claim what was abandoned by Michael. This pivotal moment highlights the clash between the values of hard work and moral integrity versus the allure of inherited wealth, as Michael attempts to manipulate Denton into believing they deserve to reclaim their family\u2019s fortune.<\/p>\n
As the confrontation escalates, Curtis intervenes, asserting his authority over the situation and protecting Adriana from further emotional turmoil. He makes it clear that the house belongs to Adriana and that Michael and his family have no place in their lives anymore. The emotional weight of Curtis\u2019s past with Harold, who raised him, complicates his feelings towards Michael, even as he feels justified in cutting ties to protect his family.<\/p>\n
The chapter culminates in a heated exchange, where Denton\u2019s frustration with his father\u2019s demands peaks, and Juliet\u2019s anger further intensifies the conflict. Michael\u2019s desperate attempts to cling to familial ties reveal his shamelessness, while Denton seeks to distance himself from the toxic legacy. Meanwhile, Curtis\u2019s protective instincts toward Adriana shine through, even as she grapples with her own concerns about Matthew\u2019s potential meddling in their lives.<\/p>\n
In the aftermath, Adriana\u2019s encounter with Matthew serves as a reminder of the turmoil surrounding them. His insincere concern and manipulative words threaten to pull her back into a past she wishes to escape. The chapter closes with a sense of uncertainty, as both Adriana and Curtis face the challenges posed by their families and the lingering shadows of their pasts.<\/p>\n
**When Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen by Kael Niro Senn**
\n**Chapter 177 He Knows No Shame**<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s gaze darted away, a clear reflection of the guilt etched across his features. \u201cBack in those days, the Lincoln Group was crumbling,\u201d he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. \u201cBut that was my father\u2019s company, and I was meant to be its heir. It should have been mine.\u201d<\/p>\n
His voice trembled, an unconvincing attempt at righteousness. Adriana could see through the facade; he wasn\u2019t merely weak\u2014he was fundamentally corrupt, his very essence tainted.<\/p>\n
She stepped closer, her fingers intertwining with Curtis\u2019s, squeezing his hand tightly as if to anchor them both amidst the chaos.<\/p>\n
In that moment, a realization dawned on Adriana. This was the weight that had burdened Curtis for days, the source of his tension and unrest.<\/p>\n
So, this was the shadow that had loomed over him.<\/p>\n
\u201cDad, if you really ran away when the Lincoln Group was crumbling, then we should just head to the fishing village,\u201d Denton declared, his grip tightening on Michael\u2019s arm. His voice quivered, yet it held steady resolve. \u201cWe can return to our old lives. I can earn scholarships for school. Eventually, I\u2019ll make enough to support you and Mom. We don\u2019t need to claim what isn\u2019t ours. This life doesn\u2019t belong to us.\u201d<\/p>\n
Juliet\u2019s eyes flared with indignation. \u201cAre you serious?\u201d she bellowed, disbelief dripping from her voice.<\/p>\n
This was the Lincoln Group\u2014a colossal empire, billions at stake\u2014and her son was prepared to walk away?<\/p>\n
To her, surrendering now was sheer madness. Even a fraction of that wealth could sustain their family for generations to come.<\/p>\n
And Harold had only one son. Michael.<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s expression darkened as he shot a glare at Denton, his voice slicing through the air. \u201cYou\u2019re just a kid. Do you really think hard work and morals will pay the bills? You haven\u2019t seen the world yet.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re still too young to understand, boy.\u201d<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s voice dropped to a conspiratorial whisper, laced with menace. \u201cBe silent. This is rightfully yours. The Lincolns owe you, and you will claim it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Denton\u2019s fists clenched at his sides, frustration bubbling within him. His voice trembled as he replied, \u201cYou gave it all up back then. So why should I take what you discarded?\u201d<\/p>\n
Curtis, sensing the argument spiraling out of control, redirected his focus to Belinda. \u201cYou don\u2019t need to linger here,\u201d he said, his tone icy and unyielding. \u201cGo home. Adriana showed you mercy this time, but there won\u2019t be another chance. You won\u2019t have the opportunity to hurt her again.\u201d<\/p>\n
Belinda\u2019s eyes glistened with unshed tears. She hastily wiped them away with the back of her hand, understanding that prolonging her stay would only exacerbate the situation.<\/p>\n
She turned to Adriana, offering a small, respectful bow before walking away without glancing back.<\/p>\n
Curtis then shifted his attention to Michael\u2019s family, his voice flat yet heavy with authority. \u201cThis house has nothing to do with the Lincolns. It\u2019s under my wife Adriana\u2019s name. If you step foot inside again, I\u2019ll have you arrested.\u201d<\/p>\n
Harold\u2019s decision to allow Michael back into the Lincolns had cut deep for Curtis.<\/p>\n
Yet, even amidst his anger, he couldn\u2019t bring himself to sever ties completely. Not because he was unable, but because he wouldn\u2019t. He knew it would devastate Harold if he did.<\/p>\n
After all, Harold had raised him when no one else would.<\/p>\n
He had no parents. That man had given him everything. Such a debt was not easily forgotten.<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s face contorted with rage. \u201cWhat does that even mean? She\u2019s your wife, which makes her my daughter-in-law. Your stepmother, your brother, and I have nowhere else to go. You won\u2019t even let us stay for a single night?\u201d<\/p>\n
Curtis let out a short, incredulous laugh. He couldn\u2019t fathom the depths of his father\u2019s shamelessness.<\/p>\n
\u201cDad, please,\u201d Denton pleaded quietly, his cheeks burning with embarrassment. He tugged at Michael\u2019s sleeve. \u201cLet\u2019s just go.\u201d<\/p>\n
At that moment, Curtis\u2019s assistant arrived, flanked by several men. They moved swiftly, their footsteps echoing ominously on the driveway.<\/p>\n
\u201cGet them out,\u201d Curtis commanded, his voice sharp and cold as ice. \u201cIf they dare to return or cause a scene, call the police.\u201d He ushered Adriana back inside, deliberately ignoring the turmoil behind him.<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s fury finally erupted. He turned, ready to unleash a scream, but Denton clamped down on his arm with fierce determination. \u201cDad, stop! You didn\u2019t raise him. You have no right to demand anything from him!\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cYou ungrateful child!\u201d Juliet screamed, slapping Denton\u2019s arm with such force that the sound reverberated. Her face was flushed with anger.<\/p>\n
\u201cCall Harold right now! We\u2019re not leaving the Lincolns like this!\u201d she barked, spinning to face Michael.<\/p>\n
Michael\u2019s jaw clenched, fury igniting in his eyes. \u201cI\u2019ll call him,\u201d he growled, determination lacing his voice. \u201cWe\u2019re going back today. I\u2019ll make Curtis call me \u2018Dad\u2019 in front of everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n
He snatched his phone and began dialing furiously. \u201cOnce Dad sees Denton, he\u2019ll adore him. He\u2019s his grandson too. He can\u2019t spoil Curtis and leave us with scraps. Whatever Curtis has, Denton should have it too!\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDad!\u201d Denton shouted, his voice trembling with rage. He turned away, storming off before he lost control.<\/p>\n
He didn\u2019t want this. He refused to be a spoiled rich kid living off the remnants of someone else\u2019s fortune. He would not walk into the Lincolns like a beggar dragged in by his father\u2019s pride.<\/p>\n
In the living room, Adriana\u2019s eyes met Curtis\u2019s, worry etched across her features.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat man\u2026 is he truly your father?\u201d<\/p>\n
Curtis drew her close, resting his chin atop her head. \u201cForget about him,\u201d he murmured softly. \u201cHe\u2019s not worth your thoughts.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adriana clutched his shirt, her voice shaky. \u201cWas this Matthew\u2019s idea? Did he send them here to provoke you?\u201d<\/p>\n
Curtis sighed, brushing his hand over her back reassuringly. \u201cStop overthinking. This has nothing to do with you. Matthew\u2019s schemes are inconsequential to me.\u201d He tilted her face gently, his tone soothing. \u201cI need to step out for a bit. Stay here and wait for me, okay?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAlright,\u201d Adriana whispered, nodding in agreement.<\/p>\n
Curtis had barely left when her phone buzzed across the coffee table. The screen illuminated with a name that made her heart constrict. Matthew.<\/p>\n
She hesitated for a moment, then answered. \u201cWhat do you want now?\u201d she asked, her voice icy.<\/p>\n
\u201cAdriana,\u201d Matthew\u2019s voice flowed through the line, smooth yet insincere, saturated with feigned concern. \u201cI heard you fell down the stairs. Are you alright?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThat\u2019s none of your business,\u201d she shot back. \u201cWhy are you trying to meddle with Curtis?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAdriana,\u201d Matthew\u2019s tone shifted, softening as if he were trying to coax her. \u201cYou and Curtis lost the baby. There\u2019s nothing keeping you tied to him anymore. The Lincolns are a mess. Michael is just one of his many problems, and he barely makes it into the top ten. You don\u2019t belong in that chaos. Come back to me. I\u2019ll take care of you.\u201d His voice dripped with honeyed persuasion, as if he were attempting to lure Adriana back into his grasp.<\/p>\n
In the aftermath of the confrontation, a palpable tension hung in the air, heavy with the weight of unresolved emotions and fractured relationships. Curtis stood firm, a protective barrier between Adriana and the chaos that threatened to engulf them. His determination to sever ties with Michael was not merely an act of defiance but a declaration of his own identity and values. He understood that the legacy of the Lincolns was a double-edged sword, one that could either empower or imprison him. As he held Adriana close, he recognized that true strength lay not in wealth or lineage but in the bonds forged through love and loyalty. The echoes of Michael\u2019s demands faded into the background, overshadowed by the unwavering connection he shared with Adriana, a bond that would not be swayed by the tumult of their pasts.<\/p>\n
Adriana, too, felt the stirrings of clarity amidst the chaos. Michael\u2019s desperation and entitlement revealed more than just a fractured family dynamic; they illuminated the stark contrast between those who sought power and those who chose integrity. As she listened to Matthew\u2019s insincere words, she realized that her heart had already made its choice. The life she envisioned was not one of manipulation and deceit but one of authenticity and resilience alongside Curtis. With each passing moment, she understood that healing was not merely about moving on but about embracing the strength found in vulnerability and the courage to let go of what no longer served them. Together, they stood on the precipice of a new beginning, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, united in their resolve to carve out a life defined by their own rules.<\/p>\n
In the upcoming chapter, readers can expect the tension to escalate as the fragile dynamics within the Lincoln family unravel even further. With Curtis stepping out to confront his past, the stage is set for a confrontation that could change everything. Adriana, left behind with the weight of Matthew\u2019s manipulative words, will grapple with her feelings of loyalty to Curtis and the lingering shadows of her past. Will she stand firm against Matthew\u2019s attempts to draw her back into his web, or will the emotional turmoil push her to reconsider her choices?<\/p>\n
As the stakes rise, Michael\u2019s desperation to reclaim his family\u2019s legacy will clash with Denton\u2019s moral resolve, leading to a confrontation that could shatter their already strained relationship. Tensions will boil over, and the true nature of familial loyalty will be tested. With Curtis caught between his father\u2019s shameful demands and his own desire to protect Adriana, the chapter promises to delve deeper into the complexities of family ties and the lengths one will go to safeguard their loved ones. Prepare for revelations, heart-wrenching decisions, and a confrontation that will leave readers breathless and eager for more.<\/p>\n
Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella\u2019s storytelling style is immersive and addictive\u2014perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.<\/p>\n
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