392. A Mission In This Family

Harold spoke with so much hatred that the dining room shook with his voice.

Regina and Caleb looked helpless and wary as well.

“Everyone is talking about the new President. Have they gotten Heidi's consent yet?” Regina murmured.

“We know Heidi is capable, but…” Caleb looked down, leaving his words hanging.

“You see, Dad!” Harold hollered, his tone filled with ridicule. “Even Heidi's parents don't think she is up to the task! For once, they speak something sensible!”

“That's not what we mean,” Regina defended.

“It is written all over your faces!” Harold laughed.

Grandpa Jeffery's cough interrupted the noise. He exhaled deeply. “Harold…”

“I'm listening, Dad.” Harold looked at him. “You also think that idea is crazy, right?”

Grandpa Jeffery nodded. “It is crazy that your family is the only one not backing up Heidi. When will you finally start regarding all these children as your own?”

Harold's expression fell.

“The only thing I'm worried about is that Heidi is pregnant. She can't ha