Devin looked like heâd 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.
âYou better uncuff me quick, or grandfather wonât let you off easy.
â
When Devin passed his phone to Theodore, Theodore simply nodded at a guy next to Zayden.
In a flash, the guy gagged Zaydenâs 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 Devinâs 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 Zaydenâs mouth.
Theodore, on the other hand, didnât 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.
âDone making trouble now?
You need to head back to Mistlyn soon, kid.
Iâm running out of patience, you know.
â
Aldusâ voice came through the phone, steady and powerful, but with a hint of firmness.
Theodore knew it wasnât out of anger.
With a sense that Aldus was still energetic, his spirits lifted and his voice softened.
âGrandpa.
â 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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âIâm almost done here, as long asââ
He shot a thoughtful glance at Zayden.
âAs long as there arenât any unnecessary distractions.
â
Aldus caught the implication behind âunnecessary distractionsâ.
He let out a sigh and spoke with patience.
âOnce the troublemaker is brought back this time, he wonât be leaving Mistlyn again.
â
Theodore stayed silent, taking in Aldusâ words.
Aldus knew Theodoreâs 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.
âTâll take back the 5% stake in the family business from Zayden.
Itâll be a welcoming gift for your wife when you return