“I’m done here,” Theo said getting up from the table, his eyes were beginning to turn red.

“Theo, you have to understand that this is a very serious matter. You have to allow yourself to learn these things,” Conner tried to explain

“Why should I? I can’t just change my entire life in a day or two because of some stupid inheritance… I didn’t ask for any of these,” he was breathing heavily and Conner knew he had upset him

“I know this is driving you crazy but you have to deal with it whether you like it or not.” Conner said calmly. “Your grandfather chose you because he believes in you, you can’t afford to let him down,”

“Then I guess you should tell him to find someone else,” Theo snorted at the older man

‘He’s dead Theo.” Conner was quick to remind him.

“I know! God!” Theo yelled in frustration, kicking the chair he sat on.

“You are the reason we are are doing all these, I’m sure you know that right?” Conner placed a gentle reminder

“I don’t, all I know is that you are making me feel like a piece of trash with all the molding and reshaping.” Theo confessed and there was a little sadness in his tone. Conner sighed loudly before taking a few steps towards him.

‘Your cousin, Bartholomew Sterling, believes that he is the sole heir of the Sterling property. You should also know that he grew up in the mansion and has lots of connections.” Conner revealed to get Theo’s attention and he watched him before he continued