"Alright, it's been almost a year since we last met. We should really have a father-son talk," Dexter said, smiling as he set down his fork and stood.

Father and son entered the study and closed the door. Less than five minutes later, the sound of breaking glass echoed through the house. Myra approached the door several times, contemplating whether to knock, but ultimately decided against it. Kayla tried to eavesdrop, but the study's soundproofing was excellent; she couldn't hear a word.

Inside, Dexter seethed. He hurled another vase, his face flushed, veins bulging on his forehead as he pointed at Sebastian. "Are you back to deliberately annoy me? You spent years abroad, and the first thing you do upon returning is lecture your father? Do you think I want Felicia to marry Arnold? I had no choice." Sebastian, having gathered information about the bridge construction project and rushed back, leaving his work unfinished, never anticipated Dexter would sacrifice Felicia to protect himself.

"Dad, how could you use Felicia as a bargaining chip? Especially since Arnold was supposed to be with Kayla, and now you're forcing them together. Does that even make sense?"

"But it's Mr. Lawson Senior who insists on Licia. You know the power the Lawson family holds. Do you think I can refuse him?" Unless they severed ties with the Lawsons, no one could dissuade Matthew from his decision.

Sebastian paused, speaking gravely. "Dad, is it that difficult to admit your selfishness? Can't you just dismiss the Lawsons, or do you dare not?"

Dexter's face reddened as he slammed his hand on the table. "Yes, I'm selfish, and I've failed Felicia. But what choice do I have? If the bridge project isn't resolved, what do you expect me to do?"

"There are other ways to handle it," Sebastian said calmly, his gaze cold. "Since the bridge is flawed, it's better to publicly announce it and demolish it before anything worse happens. As a gesture of apology and compensation, the bridge must be rebuilt. But if we rebuild it, the public might lose faith in our construction standards. So let's not. Instead, we donate a billion dollars to Khogend for a new bridge. By doing this, we minimize negative impact and assure the public that Fuller Group is committed to the highest quality control, with zero tolerance for flaws or risks. The public can continue monitoring our future work."

He tapped the table. "This bridge was initially funded by the Fullers for Khogend's transportation system. It cost a billion dollars. Rebuilding and donating another billion is another charitable act." This charitable act would demonstrate evident sincerity, swaying public opinion in their favor.

Dexter sighed. "But those who want to incriminate me have evidence. I can't escape responsibility as the general supervisor."

Sebastian's voice was steady and clear. "That's all the more reason to act quickly. We should find a less damaging explanation before they release the evidence. Once the bridge is demolished and they've lost the initiative, what good will their evidence be? Where's the proof?"

As Dexter listened, his eyes brightened. The plan might actually work.

Sebastian continued, "So we need to move fast, Dad. If we wait until the bridge collapses in an accident, it'll be too late."

"Let's do it your way!" Dexter slapped the table and immediately called his secretary.

Sebastian remained composed. "And as for Licia's engagement to Arnold… it should be called off as well, don't you think?"