Why is my Brother-In-Law at my wedd- Wait a minute!

Viktor walked over and the man smiled happily, shaking Viktor's hand, laughing "Brother-in-law! Hahaha~ I never thought that little Em would get married!" Christian was very friendly.

He even pulled Viktor in and hugged him, patting his back several times as he laughed.

It was as though he was the one who got married instead!

Viktor was a bit uncomfortable with the sudden friendliness. He didn't really know Christian too well. And he was a bit suspicious because Cordelia kept looking over every now and then, looking at Emma and Viktor specifically.

Sure enough.

Christian let Viktor go and made an embarrassed expression as he scratched his neck, asking "Sorry for asking abruptly but do you think you can lend me some money?" Viktor sighed and sat down as Emma's expression froze, she looked at Christian in confusion, asking "Are you in trouble? Come. Tell me what happened, I'll take care of it for you."

Christian looked antsy and said "No, nothing like that! I just need some money for… an investment! Yeah, a big deal! I have high hopes." Emma didn't even blink, asking with a smile "How much, Chris? I'll write you a check…"

Viktor rubbed his eyes and turned his head over, glancing at Cordelia directly. She looked away as though she wasn't just looking at them. Christian looked troubled and said "Cash is better. I have a meeting with them tonight and I can't make it to the bank…" as he swallowed.

Emma couldn't read his mind, nor Cordelia's, and Hazel had no idea, so Emma didn't actually know that her brother was asking for money so he could buy drugs from her sister…

Viktor knew but what was he supposed to say?

'Don't give him money, he's a junkie'?

He'd probably get a neat slap, right?

This wasn't the time or place for this at all.

Although he didn't want to see his brother-in-law indulge his addiction, his hands were tied at the moment.

He wasn't short of money at the moment… Plus, how much could drugs possibly cost?

Maybe Viktor jinxed himself or Christian lost his mind, but he said "1 million."

Viktor spat out his drink and coughed, patted his chest hard. Tony looked over and chuckled but soon saw Viktor frowning at the man.

Emma was stunned and said "You said, 1 million? As in 1 million dollars, right? Not monopoly money?" Christian nodded and asked "Why would I ask for Monopoly money?" Emma nearly shouted at him, saying angrily "Do you think money grows on trees?! What do you mean you need a million dollars?! What fucking company are you investing in? Pure gold?!"

Christian didn't know what to say.

What was he supposed to say? There wasn't a company in the first place!

How would he know what the imaginary company was doing?

Viktor looked at him and said "Not that it's any of my business, but I think it's time to clean yourself up." Christian's face changed slightly and he pleaded to Emma, "Just 10 grand is fine, Em please!"

Emma held her hand up and looked at Viktor, asking "What does that mean!?" Viktor swallowed dryly and replied "This really isn't the time and place to-" Emma cracked her fingers and said "I think it's a great time. Honey."

Viktor licked his lips and sold out his brother-in-law without even thinking about it, "Sunken eyes, pale skin, degenerated muscles, boney limbs, clammy hands, constant fidgeting… What do you want me to say? Your brother is a junkie."

Emma paled and held her forehead, looking at Christian, saying weakly "Chris, please tell me it's not true…" Christian scratched his neck and said quickly "Of course not. He must be mistaken. No offense but even if you don't like me, you shouldn't call me a junkie, right?"

Viktor just sighed and said "No matter whether your sister gives you money or not, whether you buy drugs or not, Monday, you're going to rehab." Christain paled and Emma looked at him sadly "Chris, why? What happened?"

Viktor looked at Cordelia and said "If you don't drag your little accomplice back here, I'll send you right now. Believe it or not." Emma looked over at Cordelia sneaking away and Christian's face changed drastically, leaving immediately to go grab Cordelia.

Emma teared up and cried "Why…" Viktor held her hand and wiped her tears, smiling "It's gonna be okay. Good news is he's not dead yet." Emma leaned on him and cried, bitterly.

Viktor sighed and rubbed her back.

Seems like she didn't believe anything she saw in his memory.

In fact, this wasn't true.

Emma saw everything, she just didn't want to believe that her sister was dealing drugs to her brother who became a junkie. Just because she saw it, doesn't mean she accepted it.

She was devastated to be quite honest.

Viktor consoled her and looked at Christian coming back with Cordelia.

Cordelia was actually very pretty, it's a shame that she was rebelling against the world, wearing black, dying her hair, getting piercings, dealing drugs, etc.

Viktor looked at her and said "You know, I haven't seen a drug dealer who has a happy ending." Cordelia sneered at him, retorting "You know, I don't remember asking your fucking opinion!"

Viktor chuckled and said "That's true. I don't remember telling you that I was going to help. Don't worry, I'll be there to pick up your corpse." Cordelia's face contorted and Emma slapped his chest, saying "Viktor!"

Viktor ignored her and continued "Let me ask you something, do you have any goals? Do you even have anything you want to do? Oh. Other than wandering around the world, getting banged for the highest paycheck, and slumming it with the scum of society."

Viktor pressed Emma's shoulder down, ignoring her extremely angry eyes as he stared at Cordelia, who was glaring at him. Christian frowned and said "V-" Viktor cut him off, saying "Shut your mouth, junkie. I'm still talking."

He glared at Christian before staring at Cordelia, asking "Hm? Well? You gonna answer me? Eh, little rebel?" Cordelia stayed silent and Viktor sneered "Then you and your brother can have a nice chat in Rehab."

Cordelia shouted "What!?" Viktor said coldly "Evidently 'Don't get high on your own supply' is wasted on you. You heard right, I'm sending you both to Rehab, whether you like it or not."

Christian and Cordelia stared at him and he waved his hand, saying "Get out of my sight, you're making your sister upset." he paused before adding coldly "Don't think of running away… You won't get far."

The duo turned to Emma, who was slumped in her chair weakly. They opened their mouths but Emma sobbed "Just go. Please, just sit down with mom…"

Everyone was looking at them at the moment, whispering quietly.

Cordelia was angry and embarrassed but Christian pulled her away sadly, saying "Let's just go…" he turned and softly said "Sorry." before going to sit down, holding Cordelia with him.

Emma wiped her eyes and forced a smile while Viktor sighed, looking sullen. He didn't look at Emma but spoke "You know why I was so harsh, right?" Emma didn't reply and Viktor sighed "Please don't be upset, little bear. This is for their own good. If they turn up in a pile of trash-"

Emma cut him off, saying sadly "Enough, I get it. You don't have to say anything anymore. I… I just don't know what to do…" Viktor grabbed her hand and smiled at her, "I'm here. Just let me take care of it."

Emma looked at him with watery eyes and his heart stung, he forced a smile and said "Okay?" she pouted sadly and nodded gently. Viktor was furious in his heart but smiled and leaned over, whispering something.

Emma lost her pout slowly and started smiling slightly before giggling.

Viktor looked at her and chuckled, whispering some more.

The people watching say Emma go from depressed to happy and smiled slightly.

A crying bride is probably the most depressing thing in the world.

Viktor took out his phone and sent a message.

Tony looked at his phone and raised his brows before replying "No worries. I got the perfect place, a bit pricey though."

Viktor looked at the message and let out a breath of relief, asking for the details and area.

Yes.

Viktor asked Tony for a Rehab center.

Naturally, he wasn't going to send his in-laws to a rinky dink operation!

Viktor looked up what Tony sent him and his eyes widened.

Fuck! This place was more luxurious than his own house!

Were they treating junkies or welcoming royalty!?

He looked at the price and nearly collapsed…

Unfortunately, he told Emma he was going to take care of it. Plus he didn't want to mention it again.

Fortunately, they had a joint account!

Unfortunately, he was definitely not going to use it!

Viktor almost laughed, are you joking?

It was 575,000$ for a 5 week Rehab program for junkies!

In case you're not aware or don't know what money is.

That's HALF A MILLION DOLLARS!

That's 115,000$ a week.

16,000$ a day!

Viktor rubbed his forehead and said "I have to go to the bathroom." Emma nodded with a smile, saying sweetly "Hurry back, 'kay~?" Viktor's heart melted and he kissed her, smiling "Of course, love." before leaving in a hurry.

Viktor came to the bathroom and called the number, "Hello? Yes. I'd like to book your intensive 5 week program for 2 people? Hm? Okay, I see. 19 and 23. Yes. Well I was wondering if they're were any focused programs?"

Viktor paced in the bathroom, nodding "I see. Oh? That sounds good. My Wife's brother and sister… Yes, I'll come in person. Is it possible to pay all at once? Yes, the 1,050,000 directly. Yes, if you could please…"

He paused and asked "Yes, I am the one booking… Well I want to pay directly, is that possible? Oh? Okay, that's great, thank you. I don't expect anything less… Alright, thank you. I hope they don't cause you problems…"

He laughed and replied "I see, thanks in advance then… Alright. Haha, see you tomorrow. Alright, goodbye. Have a nice day. Thanks." before hanging up and sighing, rubbing his face.

He tossed his phone on the sinktop and held the marble with both hands, sighing in the mirror.

He suddenly said "Eavesdropping isn't very polite… Captain."