Chater 28 Chapter 28 Hidden Motives

"Theo, when did you get back from abroad? Liam and I had no idea. If we had known, we would've organized a welcome banquet for you," Janet said with a bright smile, presenting herself as a warm and caring sister-in- law.

However, her sharp gaze betrayed a more calculating nature.

On the surface, she seemed concerned for Theo, but underneath, she was subtly reproaching him for not informing them of his return, as if he intentionally ignored them.

Theo raised an eyebrow and replied coolly, "I've been back at the company for three days, but I haven't seen my Liam there. I figured he didn't want to see me, so I didn't want to disturb either him or you."

Liam's expression shifted slightly, and he glanced at Edward, who was glaring at him with obvious fury. Edward snatched an apple from the table and hurled it at him.

"You're supposed to be running the company, but you haven't shown up for three days? What good are you?" Despite his age, Edward's voice remained strong

Liam scrambled to pick up the apple and quickly explained, "Dad, I've been feeling unwell, which is why I haven't been at the company."

Dad. Liam had a fever and is only just getting better. I'll make sure he goes to the company tomorrow. Please don't get upset-it's bad for your health," Janet added quickly, shooting a sharp look

ever went well when he

clearly frustrated. Did they really

had managed overseas ventures while Liam

called Theo back to take charge of the corporation's affairs, Liam and Janet were starting

they aligned with have started calling in sick. It was a calculated attempt to make things

they think they could take over the group with such a narrow mindset?

him. But Janet felt no such remorse. In her mind, she wasn't in the

clearly biased. Liam was the eldest, so surely, the company should pass to him.

was all biased and unreasonable, and

you to ease my worries!" Edward's gaze darkened, his mouth pressed in a grim line as he turned to Benson, who

but getting drunk and starting a fight that lands you in the

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