Chapter 151 Delving into Buddhism

As Philip raised his cane to strike Jonathan, Milly quickly grabbed it, stopping him.

“Grandpa, there’s no need for aggression over something so small. Jonathan shouldn’t have talked back, but it wasn’t on purpose. You’ve been a bit too rough on him lately.

The older man had been a war hero before becoming a celebrated general and eventually taking on the role of company chairman, where he continued to command respect.

He was used to exerting control and issuing commands; it was in his nature. He had a deep–seated. aversion to being challenged or disobeyed.

Out of all his grandkids, Jordan stood out for not fearing him.

As the eldest grandson and the future head of the Burnetts, Jordan naturally had a strong personality, a trait crucial for leading the family to future triumphs.

Yet, this young woman was not just unafraid. She openly criticised and questioned his decisions, taking. him on squarely.

Philip’s temper flared as he looked at her angrily, “What makes you think you can talk to me that way?”

Milly responded coolly, “Nobody. I just wanted to share what I was thinking.”

Philip was visibly angry, “Such audacity!”

Milly stayed quiet.

The angered grandfather somehow appeared endearing to her rather than frightening.

Despite his irritation, he stopped short of saying anything harsh, like telling her not to call him grandpa anymore or asking her to leave.

He was a bit grumpy, but at his core, he was gentle.

her hands together, and then noticed

prayer

things around us, are illusions, kinda like seeing flowers in water or the moon reflecting in the sky. Holding on too

from a not–so–genuine monk back at

relax slightly after her words, though he still looked quite serious. “You’re into Buddhist teachings?”

Milly’s strong suit. She answered

years of life under his belt, Philip was convinced he

151 Delving into

air seemed sincere enough to earn a

get Buddhist scripture. If this

facade cased somewhat, and after a short pause, he hesitantly proposed, “Given your

expression turned puzzled

was

Philip’s focus and steer him away from his authoritarian ways. How did

blinked and clearly stated,

this time in surprise, as if he’d just been

girl

endless wealth lay in

my heart lies with acting, not

“You!”

having just settled down, stood up

force.

having an entertainer in the family is embarrassing enough; they all want to be one. Is being a clown a dignified job? In old times, that kind of role was

true warriors in the corporate field. And then there’s you, a total disgrace, tarnishing our family’s

had to cut in,

someone who didn’t pay much attention to such opinions. But he was actually standing up for Milly, a young girl. Philip’s criticism was way over

huffed dismissively, “What? Am

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255