Cameron realized he could glean no helpful information from Fabian and turned to leave. Fabian called out, "Ron."

Cameron stopped and turned to find his brother-in-law still in the same position. Fabian said, "You have a daughter, too. What would you do if she committed a crime? Would you report her to the police? Besides, aren't you responsible for what's happening to my family?"

Fabian slowly turned to face Cameron. "You were obsessed with your career, so my sister had to care for the family alone. She almost succumbed to depression. After she died, we helped you care for Tasia. You got what you wanted yet refused to help me despite all I'd done for years. Ron, you're more heartless than Rhea. Rhea has only gone astray because we neglected her. What about you?" Cameron was speechless.

Fred said emphatically, "I don't care how many people Rhea harmed. She has never hurt me or her mother. She's my daughter, so I won't tell you anything. Get out of my face!"

When Cameron's footsteps faded, Fabian looked at the ceiling and sighed. He knew he could never rely on Cameron, even if Cameron knew something. Counting on Cameron to save him was pointless. 'Someone like Cameron only cares about the law, but Rhea's different. I might have a chance to escape if she can cause enough trouble.' After so many years, Fabian realized he could never depend on outsiders. His daughter had become his only hope.

Back in the car, Cameron looked grim. Anastasia saw his expression and paused before saying, "Uncle Fabian refused to talk? Should I go talk to him?"

"It's okay," Cameron said, shaking his head and sighing. Fabian's words echoed in his mind. He looked at his daughter. 'What would you do if she committed a crime? Would you report her to the police?'

In the past, Cameron would have answered yes. Justice had been paramount. However, seeing Anastasia's concerned face, he remembered his debt to his wife. 'Would I be able to punish Tasia if she committed a crime? I'm not sure. I guess I'll only find out if it ever happened.'

"Uncle Fabian might not know the answer since he hasn't been close to Rhea. How about I ask Aunt Maria instead?" Anastasia suggested thoughtfully, eager to help.

Cameron knew that had ended poorly last time. He patted his daughter's head. "It's okay. I'll look for other ways."