Chapter 657
Devin looked like he’d lost his way in a sentence.
Meanwhile, Theodore was giving Zayden the cold shoulder, not even a look in his direction.
Squirming like a fish out of water, Zayden was peeved.
He shot Theodore a warning.
“You better uncuff me quick, or grandfather won’t let you off easy.
”
When Devin passed his phone to Theodore, Theodore simply nodded at a guy next to Zayden.
In a flash, the guy gagged Zayden’s mouth.
This was a first for him: no one had ever dared to embarrass him like that, especially not in front of Devin.
As a spoiled young rich guy, he was used to being treated with deference and respect.
Trying harder than ever, Zayden wrestled to get free, but the security guys had him pinned.
He whimpered, craning his neck to catch Devin’s eye.
Devin, the ever-so loyal follower of Aldus, brushed him off, considering Aldus seemed to favor Theodore.
So, he just gave Zayden a sorry look, turned on his heel, and left him hanging.
Seeing that, a bitter taste of hatred filled Zayden’s mouth.
Theodore, on the other hand, didn’t seem to sweat about any fallout from Aldus.
He even had the guts to turn on the speakerphone right in front of Zayden.
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A voice they all knew too well came from the phone.
“Done making trouble now?
You need to head back to Mistlyn soon, kid.
I’m running out of patience, you know.
”
Aldus’ voice came through the phone, steady and powerful, but with a hint of firmness.
Theodore knew it wasn’t out of anger.
With a sense that Aldus was still energetic, his spirits lifted and his voice softened.
“Grandpa.
” Theodore called to the man on the other end of the line.
His icy gaze warmed, and the stern facade he had maintained towards Zayden began to dissolve.
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“I’m almost done here, as long as—”
He shot a thoughtful glance at Zayden.
“As long as there aren’t any unnecessary distractions.
”
Aldus caught the implication behind ‘unnecessary distractions’.
He let out a sigh and spoke with patience.
“Once the troublemaker is brought back this time, he won’t be leaving Mistlyn again.
”
Theodore stayed silent, taking in Aldus’ words.
Aldus knew Theodore’s nature well enough to recognize that silence was a sign of disapproval.
Handling this kid could really be a handful.
He sighed inwardly, his feelings towards Theodore a complex c@@ktail of fondness and frustration.
Still, since Zayden was the one stirring up trouble, Aldus decided to bend a little.
“T’ll take back the 5% stake in the family business from Zayden.
It’ll be a welcoming gift for your wife when you return