Rise Of The Disgraced Heir

"What do you think they will choose?" Camilla asked the boys as they piled into Seth's car. 

He had decided to forgo the cloak and dagger method for their return back to Solaire Towers. It was highly unlikely that anyone would follow them from the hideout back home.

"I think they will choose the paid marriage." Ian said as he considered what the Juan's valued. 

"Are you sure?" Camilla asked. "It seemed to me that the mother wanted to pick the third option." She pointed out.

"The third option is the worst." Seth hissed as he rounded a corner that would take them back to Solaire towers. "I don't know why they would even consider that, but I've seen really despicable people and I think the Juans might just fall into that bucket."

"By the way, I've been meaning to ask, who are the people you plan to send them to in option two, three, and four?" Camilla asked as she gave her friends a concerned look.

"For the second option where they would basically be indentured servants, I gave Ian a list of people involved in that trade." Seth explained.

"I picked out several that I'm sure they know." Ian told them with a grin. "Most of them were friends, others were their enemies. Nothing hurts more than having to server someone you once looked down at."

"Your family included?" Camilla asked her friend.

"No." Ian said as he shook his head. "My family doesn't engage in that kind of practice. Plus we are way too poor for that."

"That would do them the most damage, won't it?" Camilla asked Ian.

"Depends on what they value." Ian replied with a shrug. "If they value their name more than they value their own bodies, then yes."

"I actually see that being the worst torture for them." Seth said with a nod as he pulled up to the driveway.

Camila sighed and frowned. 

She knew that the Juans were having it better than anyone else that crossed paths with the Mafia. She just couldn't help but feel bad for them.

"Do you guys want to hangout or something?" Seth asked as a valet took his keys so that he could park the car.

"Sure, I have a few hours to burn until dinner with Jas' family." Ian said with a shrug as they entered the building.

"Camilla's place!" Seth volunteered as he ran over to the elevator like a child.

Camilla and Ian laughed at him as they shook their heads. Right now he was the total opposite of the powerful Mafia boss they had seen earlier.

"Wait, you guys are talking?" Camilla asked as they got into the elevator

"Somewhat." Ian said with a shrug. "I don't know where our relationship stands, but until then I guess I'll attend all of these family events with her."

"Isn't that the same family that wants her to date other people?" Seth asked as he gave Ian a confused look.

"Yep, same people." Ian replied with a nod. "She told me that before this whole Mike drama she had managed to convince her parents to let us be. I'm working for the Reyes Group now and that at least counts for something to them."

"Yeah, but I'm sure they look down at the fact that you are just an assistant. Most people would." Seth said in a frank tone.

"They do, but there is nothing I can do about it." Ian said as the elevator doors opened and they stepped out, making their way to Camilla's apartment.

"I just hope you aren't making a mistake with that one." Seth said with a frown as Camilla unlocked the door and pushed it open. "Based off of what I have seen, she isn't exactly the best person to be with." He commented.

"She's different." Ian said with a nod as they found their own spots on Camilla's couch. "I know this is just a bump in the road for us because we've been through worse."

"We know she was there for you when you had nothing, Ian. But shouldn't you consider that the dynamic is different now?" Camilla asked as she came over with some snacks and drinks.

"This is why I prefer hanging out in your place!" Seth exclaimed as he grabbed a bag of chips and placed it on his lap.

Camilla laughed at him and shook her head before returning her attention back to the conversation at hand.

"What do you mean it's different? We are still the same person. I haven't changed nor has she, if any of us have changed it's for the better." Ian said in a defensive tone.

"Ian, you have to acknowledge it." Seth said in a more serious tone. 

"Acknowledge what?" Ian asked. "You two are confusing and speaking in riddles, it's annoying."

"You don't need her or her family to support you anymore Ian." Camilla pointed out. "That changes a person."

"Yeah, if anyone changes it will be me, because I have some financial freedom now, I know what you are getting at." Ian said as he looked at his two friends. "Do you really think that a small amount of money would change who I am?" He asked.

"Ian, that's not what Camilla meant." Seth said as he hesitated to speak up. 

"Then what?" Ian questioned.

"Ian, we know who you are, you won't be blinded by money or become over confident." Camilla said in a calm tone. "You've known what having money is like and you've known what it's like to lose it."

"What are you trying to say?" Ian asked as he glared at his friends, he had a guess as to what they were insinuating, but he hoped it wasn't that.

"Ian; some people like being needed." Seth told him. "Aren't you worried that your relationship with Jas will change just because you don't need her anymore? Aren't you worried that she and her family will change?"

"I can't believe you would accuse my girlfriend of something like that!" Ian said angrily.

"She has done worse to you." Seth reminded Ian.

"She didn't have a choice!" Ian shouted. 

"And what about the first few times?" Camilla asked. "We are just looking out for you."

"You've known me for a month! A month!" Ian shouted back. "I've known Jas for years.. You have no right!" He said as he got up and left, slamming the door behind him as he walked out.