Chapter 1316

That night, the news about David's arrest shook the entire country. As expected, Daisy made use of

this more impactful news to push her ranking down from the trending searches.

However, the most pitiful news was still none other than the ones about the Schmidts.

Following the revelation of the incident involving the Schmidt siblings, the Schmidt Group found

itself backed into a corner. Aside from David's arrest, he had even exposed himself indecently for

the whole country to see! Even his grandfather, Thomas Schmidt, would likely be turning in his

grave!

After watching the live news, Victor's heart couldn't endure it. His face lost color, and he staggered

backward.

"Dad!" Josh rushed forward to catch Victor. However, Jameson managed to get there ahead of him

as he was nearer to Victor.

"Hurry up and take a seat, Dad. Deep breaths.” Jameson helped Victor to the sofa to sit. He turned

around and cast an anxious gaze at Josh.

"What are you still standing there for, Josh? Get the doctor to come and look at Dad, quick!"

Josh ran red with anger. He very much wished that he could shut him up. "Jimmy, you..."

"Josh, I know that you've always been unhappy with me. All these years, I have never offended you. I

have been avoiding coming against you head-to-head.

"But, just look at what happened to the family. Dad isn't feeling well, either. I'm just concerned

about Dad here. I'm not here to argue with you!" Jameson spoke with a worried tone.

Jameson's gloomy gaze toward Josh was enough to exert pressure on him

Josh's face flushed red. He was about to defend himself when Victor suddenly screamed, "Josh!

You're so narrow-minded and useless! I want you to get out! Now!"

Tension filled the air, creating a frigid atmosphere. Josh gnashed his teeth, and his temples

thrummed. His anger had dissipated, leaving his face pale and drained.

He could see that Victor was siding with Jameson. If he continued to go head-on with him, it would

not benefit him in any way.

Thus, he could only swallow his frustration and hatred. He left with his teeth tightly clenched.

"Dad... You shouldn't be so mean to Josh."

Jameson appeared to be broad-minded. Yet, he incited Victor's emotions through his words.

He said, "Just think about it. Not only did Josh have to manage the corporation's matters these past

few years, but he also had to look after David and Daisy. It must not have been easy on him.

"The Schmidt Group is currently grappling with numerous challenges. He has done his utmost, and

he can't just disregard the matters concerning David and Daisy.

"It's understandable that he has some bad days. Please don't blame it on him."

"David and Daisy met with this sort of end today... It's all because Josh failed to be a responsible

brother! He was the one who spoiled them!" Victor pressed his hand against his chest.

In a devastated voice, Victor exclaimed, "As the president, has he ever properly resolved a single

problem? I tasked him with keeping an eye on David. And this is how he watches over him? He's just

a useless piece of shit!

"Schmidt Group's share prices can't afford to drop any further. If they do, there's a risk of a hostile

takeover. When that happens, the Schmidt Group will be in peril!"

"Dad, I've got your back in dealing with these corporate matters. Your main focus should be on your

health. Don't worry about it anymore.” Jameson comforted Victor warmly.

"Jameson, I've failed to treat you properly all these years. But our family truly cannot survive without

you."

With tears in his eyes, Victor held Jameson's hand firmly and promised, "Don’t worry. I won't

mistreat you from now on!"

The warm expression on Jameson's face vanished on the way home, replaced by a smirk.

"There's something I don't understand, Mr. Schmidt,” Carl couldn't help but ask out of curiosity,

"Considering your financial power in Kontina, it would be easy for you to seize this opportunity and

acquire Schmidt Group's shares in large quantities.

"Why did you choose to stabilize Schmidt Group's situation instead? Wouldn't it be more beneficial

for you if there was more chaos?"

"I don't have any of the Schmidt Group's shares at hand. No matter how much I purchase them in

bulk, I will never own more than Victor or Josh. If I acted too aggressively at this stage, I'd be

controlled by others instead.”

Carl understood and nodded. "That's true. Now that you've earned the old man's trust and sowed

discord wedge between Victor and Josh, you must proceed cautiously.”