Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee by KIKI

Chapter 754: Kneel and Apologize

A cane with a metal base struck Carl's knees heavily.

With a loud thud, Carl, who could barely stand to begin with, collapsed to his knees, facing Ian directly. His eyes widened in disbelief, filled with shock and humiliation.

Grandpa Langdon didn't spare Carl a glance. Instead, he clasped his hands respectfully toward Ian and said, "Ian, it is my failure as a parent to teach him properly. I apologize for the trouble we've caused you. Rest assured that once we return, I will discipline him strictly. I deeply regret disrupting your afternoon. If there's anything you need in the future, don't hesitate to contact me. For now, I'll take my leave so as not to disturb you further."

Ian raised an eyebrow, momentarily unsure what game Grandpa Langdon was playing.

Not long ago, they had stormed in without a word, intending to cripple his two sons. Now suddenly, they were putting on this act of humility?

But did they think they could walk away so easily after turning his family into such a mess?

Not a chance.

A dark glint flashed across Ian's aged eyes. As Grandpa Langdon turned to leave, Ian's cold voice rang out.

"Wait."

Trevor Langdon froze in place, turning to face him.

Ian remained seated, his frail body leaning slightly forward. His gaze fell on Carl, who was still kneeling, dazed from Trevor's earlier scolding. Ian let out a cold laugh.

"Trevor, your son barged into the Brookes family today without a word and dared to point at my face and shout insults. I am his elder. Do you really think I'll let this go? Walking away without settling this is not only disrespectful to me but also

apologizing on his behalf? At his age, he should

of being reprimanded. Ian's lips curled into a sneer. "You know my health isn't great. Today, your son's behavior gave me quite a fright. I want him to

glared at Ian. Gone was the pretense of civility and refinement he usually displayed. Now, he was like a furious, powerless street thug. "You're taking this too far, Ian!" Carl roared, his voice trembling with

but compared to his son's

apologized, how will the family maintain its authority?

our long-standing relationship, let's let this matter go. The Langdon family will owe you a favor, and we'll be ready to support you whenever

he leaned back in his

want him to kneel and apologize now. Don't bring up his status as the Langdon heir-I'm the head

to burst from the argument. As he regained his composure,

quickly caught on and leaned heavily against his younger brother Jack, feigning

the reason Carl acts so arrogantly

he doesn't handle this properly, it'll damage his reputation in the hidden families. People will say the Langdon family bullies smaller families, steals from others, and abuses their power. How would they maintain their position as leaders of

Trevor's voice boomed, his

he didn't handle this situation carefully, the entire hidden family network would hear about how the

target, isolating them from potential allies and turning

allowed, he would've kicked his son right then

his-reckless when caution was needed, and cautious

frustration and forced

history and the same hidden traditions. Ian, you and I go way back. Carl was indeed reckless today. He owes you an apology, and he will give you one." Turning sharply toward his son, Trevor's voice hardened. "You fool! What are you waiting for? Apologize to your Uncle

Carl's face twisted in rage, his eyes

crushing weight had settled on his chest. His breath caught, and though his hands clenched tightly behind his back-his nails digging into his palms-he had no choice

Carl forced out a strained

line today. My words were inappropriate, and I offended you. Please