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"If they have the guts..." Kaylee started again."Auntie, don't rush. If this isn't resolved by tomorrow, you can go then. Besides, aren't we supposed to visit the Jenkins mansion for Old Master Albert's birthday celebration?" Howard responded."Daddy, I don't want to go to Great-grandpa Albert's house. I don't want to go..." Riley, leaning against Howard's shoulder, vigorously shook her head, tears swirling in her eyes."Riley, I promise no one will dare to bully you this time." Howard gently patted Riley's back."I don't want to go! I really don't want to go!" Riley choked up."Riley, be good!" Seeing her daughter's distress, Talia felt a pang of heartache. She took Riley from Howard's arms and reassured her, "This time, we'll both go with you, and no one will bully you again.""Riley, they said you didn't have a dad. This time, take Daddy with you and show them. Tell them your dad is back, and they shouldn't talk about you like that again," Yuffie chimed in."Okay..." Riley s
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Before Tasha could finish her sentence, Howard slapped her hard, ruining her makeup. All eyes turned toward them, dumbfounded. Even though she was shocked, Kaylee found a sense of satisfaction—she had not expected Howard to have such audacity.On the other hand, Yuffie gazed at Howard with admiration, impressed by his bold move. After a brief moment of hesitation, Talia opened her mouth as if to say something but decided against it."H-How dare you hit me?" After a considerable pause, Tasha shouted hysterically. "You bastard! I'll make sure to skin you alive!"Before she could finish her threat, two crisp sounds echoed through the room, leaving Tasha's cheeks swollen."From now on, if you dare call Riley a bastard child again, I'll make sure you never speak again," Howard warned with a stern gaze."You..." Tasha attempted to retort, but Howard's glare intimidated her, causing her to close her mouth."Sir, aren't you going too far? You're assaulting someone in front of all these p
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Talia's words struck a chord with everyone, including Howard. Even though he knew she said it for his sake, hearing her openly declare him as her fiance in front of so many people moved him deeply.Kaylee, on the other hand, fought to control her expressions. She considered scolding them, yet it seemed inappropriate at this moment. However, holding back her frustration felt almost unbearable.Albert roared, "Y-You actually admit he's your fiance? Are you trying to anger me? What a terrible fate for our family! How did we end up with such an unfilial descendant? You brought shame to our family!"As he spoke, Albert began coughing heavily due to his escalating temper."Dad, take care of yourself. Don't stoop to their level," Holden's younger brother, Kenneth, advised.He then turned to Holden and scolded, "Holden, are you intentionally provoking our dad today? Hurry up and take them away!""Dad, I'm sorry. It was our mistake. Please don't be angry. We'll leave right away," Holden a
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"Even when they trample and bully you, you don't even dare to let out a sound!""If you don't want to cut ties with them, I won't force you. We'll proceed with the divorce tomorrow, and I'll live a much better life with our two daughters and Riley!""Mom!" Talia shouted, "Don't be angry. It's not Dad's fault.""It's not his fault? Who else should I blame? If he had a bit of courage, we wouldn't have fallen to this point!" Kaylee angrily retorted."Kaylee, it's my fault for letting you down!" Holden took a deep breath, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes. Then, he turned to Albert, saying, "Dad, thank you for raising me into who I am today. I'll remember this favor for a lifetime. But over the years, I've felt your ruthlessness. As a husband and father, I need to be responsible for them, and I hope you can understand.""Holden, you unfillial son! What are you planning!?" Albert steadied his emotions and asked angrily."Liquidate that twenty percent of the shares for us. F
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Howard had not expected the situation would coincidentally revolve around the contract for Mendorra Tower. For him, whether it was a three-year contract or one spanning three hundred years, it posed no problem whatsoever."What authority do you have to speak here?" Tasha angrily retorted."Tasha, are you deaf or just mentally challenged? Didn't you hear Talia? He's my brother-in-law!" Yuffie responded loudly. Then, addressing Albert, she said, "Grandpa, Howard is asking you a question. Give a definite answer!"In truth, Yuffie had no confidence in Howard securing the contract for Mendorra Tower. However, for some reason, she felt that since Howard asked, maybe he really had a way to handle this matter."Nonsense, of course!" Albert responded after taking a sip of tea. "As long as you can secure a three-year contract with Mendorra Tower, not only will I fulfill my previous promises, but I'll also supplement the dividends from the twenty percent shares over these years!"For him, th
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"Oh, Walter Beech! Nice name!" Howard smirked. "You do seem quite distinguished. Care to introduce yourself?""Walter is the heir of Mendorra's Beech family, and the Beech Jewels, under the Beech family, is the largest jewelry company in Mendorra!" Tasha boasted with pride."Moreover, just yesterday, Beech Jewels successfully secured a one-year contract with Mendorra Tower!""Oh, impressive!" Howard replied with a faint smile.Tasha continued, "Of course! Walter is currently seeking connections to ensure that our products from the Jenkins family can also be featured in Mendorra Tower!""Is that so?" Howard smiled again. "Then you better act quickly, or you might miss the chance." Walter snorted. "How ignorant! If you can secure a contract with Mendorra Tower within a day, I'll kneel before you!"Howard smirked and replied, "Save your breath and hurry back to ensure your family's contract at Mendorra Tower won't be canceled. Otherwise, you'll be in for a rough time."Walter sco
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Talia also wanted to vent her anger, but she knew getting angry would not make any difference. Hence, she decided that if all else failed, she would have to seek help on her own. Otherwise, their situation would become even more difficult after tomorrow."I speak this loud; if you don't want to listen, plug your ears!" Kaylee continued to shout."Kaylee, don't be like this. Even without Howard's issue, they wouldn't have cashed out our shares," Holden spoke after taking a deep breath.After tonight's events, Holden, who had harbored a faint hope for the Jenkins family, had given up entirely. He had not expected his own father to be so heartless."Shut up!" Kaylee's anger shifted back to Holden. "I'm still mad at you. Did you hit your head as a kid? What makes you think you can get the contract for Mendorra Tower? If you had that ability, our family wouldn't be in this situation!""I used to know someone in the business department at Mendorra Tower. I was planning to ask him for he
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Howard was exasperated at how dense Yoel could be at times, always bringing up sensitive topics at the wrong time!"Did the Jenkins family take your give and chase you out immediately?" Yoel joked again.Howard did not respond to his comment. Instead, he took a sip of tea and then briefly recounted the recent events."Old Master Albert really has some nerve!" Yoel expressed his disbelief. "How about sending the Judge to pay a visit to the Jenkins family and have a chat with him?""We shouldn't resort to force unless necessary!" Howard replied."Fine." Yoel pouted."Is there any update with the Judge?" Howard continued his inquiry.After returning to Mendorra, the Judge came along with Howard and Yoel. Howard instructed him to keep an eye on the Austin, Francis, and Blake families. Once the Jenkins family matter settled down temporarily, he planned to settle scores with these three families.Yoel reported, "I talked to him this afternoon. The Francis and Blake families are quiet
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