"Even were you to persist, I shan't allow you to take charge," He uttered suddenly after a prolonged silence, his demeanor casual as he donned his coat, his gaze unwavering upon you.

He afforded you no chance to broach the enigma of the hotel, revealing his lack of trust, fearing you would merely dismantle your inheritance.

"Know this, merely being an heir bestowed does not suffice for assuming full responsibility for the hotel," He intoned, his expression stern, speaking with authority.