"Max had always been careful and reliable. How can he be so reckless? He had committed such a huge crime!" Penelope continued to rant.

"Mom, Max probably didn't want to let the Taylors win, so he wanted to show them who's boss."

Zoe stroked Penelope's back to comfort her. Her eyes bore a grim and vicious expression. "However, it's unfortunate that things turned out this way for him. Now, Grandpa and Uncle Preston need to distance themselves from Mr. Horatio and let him become the Taylor family's scapegoat.

"Additionally, we have to synchronize our story, asserting that this has nothing to do with the Harpers. It was all his idea. It shouldn't be too big of a problem."

"I don't think it will be that easy."

Despite being a housewife, Penelope hailed from a rich and influential family, affording her a clear perspective. She shook her head sadly. "You witnessed what unfolded earlier. The entire incident was broadcast live. While this may have been Max's fault, he is still a part of the Harpers.

"Moreover, our interactions with Jasper and Alyssa were hostile. I'm certain this has stirred public anger. The Harper Group's stock prices and reputation will undoubtedly suffer from these unfavorable public reactions.

prices are likely to plummet. Your grandfather and Uncle Preston had been working tirelessly to win favor with Zeke and Ezzo.

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had amassed a substantial amount of money for her and her

possessed numerous assets. Who knew how much more

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to her

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lip and exited the

eavesdrop on their conversation, so they purposefully distanced themselves from

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