Unrushed and composed, Nathan had no qualms about biding his time with Mylo and Ronan.
However, he was taken aback when the police officer who knocked on his door delivered unexpected news â it wasnât about Mylo.
âSir, Kern has just arrived.
He mentioned that your grandfather couldnât reach you, so he sent Kern to find you personally.
â
Nathan furrowed his brow, pondering his grandfatherâs timing in trying to reach him during such a critical juncture.
âDid Kern give a reason why my grandfather sent him here?â
The officer shook his head.
âBased on Kernâs demeanor, I suspect itâs more than a simple matter.
â
Glancing at his watch, Nathan noted that it was four oâclock in the afternoon.
With six hours remaining before the agreed deadline with Mylo, Nathan maintained his composure.
âOkay, bring Kern to my office.
â
âYes, sir.
â
After receiving Nathanâs instruction, the officer departed, leaving the room.
A few minutes later, he returned, accompanied by Kern.
Nathan rose from his seat, poured Kern a glass of water, and placed it on the small tea table.
Gesturing towards the nearby sofa, he said, âThis is your first visit to the National Security Bureau to see me.
It must have been quite a journey.
Please, take a seat.
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Despite his polite and composed demeanor, Nathanâs expression remained cool and indifferent.
Kern smiled graciously, âYour grandfather had the driver bring me here.
It wasnât much of a distance, so I didnât exert myself.
If anything, youâre the one who seems tired.
â
He replied politely and settled onto the designated sofa as indicated by Nathan.
Adjusting his watch, Nathan lowered his gaze and inquired softly, âWhat prompted my grandfather to send you here?â
Kern reached for the cup, intending to drink some water.
However, upon hearing Nathanâs question, he immediately set the cup back down and began, âHereâs the situationâ¦â
But before he could continue, Nathan interjected, âIf it pertains to Mylo and Ronan, thereâs no need for the discussion.
â
Kernâs expression froze.
He was speechless.
It was evident from his demeanor that his visit was indeed related to them.
Nathanâs tone turned cold.
âGrandfather has retired from military affairs.
Mylo and his sonâs transgressions fall under the jurisdiction of the National Security Bureau.
Business is business, and familial ties shouldnât interfere.
Please convey to Grandfather to refrain from involvement in this matter.
â
With a resigned sigh, Kern responded, âMr.
Payne, I understand you still harbor resentment towards Ronan for the incident involving your grandfather, but he doesnât even hold a grudge.
Why are you being so obstinate?â
âThis is a matter of principle,â Nathan asserted firmly.
Kern proceeded, âYour grandfather only has two grandsons: you and Ronan.
When he helped you gain power, he inadvertently angered Mylo and his son.
He felt indebted to them.
He canât bear to see one grandson prosper while the other Languishes in adversity.
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