Philip felt the hair on his skin stand under the scrutiny of the crowd. He then saw Aiden walking over to him with a smirk. “Philip, try repeating what you’ve said just now. I didn’t hear it clearly.” Aiden looked patronizing.

This Philip really likes to speak up wherever he’s not needed. Doesn’t he know his place? To even dare to spout such nonsense. If I, Aiden Grant, can’t settle this, would a piece of trash like him be able to? Philip pouted.

After some thought, he answered honestly, “I said that the matter today would not be as easy as it seems. There might be illegal fund-raising involved in this, so I don’t think a favor from someone would be able to solve it. Hence, I’d like to ask a friend for help. Is there a problem?” At this, Aiden immediately snorted. “Holy sh*t, you’re really something Philip.

he do? Wouldn’t this just be an embarrassment?” “This is Martha’s son-in-law, a wretched piece of trash

for you to do here! One more word from you, and I’ll

scolding Philip, Martha tugged on Aiden’s arm apologetically and smiled at him. “Addy, don’t listen to Philip’s nonsense. What does a slacking piece of trash like him know? We still need you to help us with this.” This was like a soap opera in the eyes of the crowd. They only found it more amusing as they watched on. The crowd’s insults and mockery became harsher at this, and that pleased Aiden even more. He was here to show off his capabilities and connections to his future mother-in-law today, so how could he let Philip take that glory from him? Moreover, what right did trash like Philip have to put on an act in front of him? At this thought, Aiden lifted his chin and stared down at Philip condescendingly. “Didn’t you say you can solve this? Then, you do it. I want to see just what you, Philip Clarke, can do to settle this issue today.” Philip frowned hard. When he noticed how his mother-in-law was glaring at him like she wanted to swallow him alive, and the dark expressions of all the older folks around as they gritted their teeth, Philip knew that he should not do

Philip merely smiled and stood quietly in a corner. Why should he waste time talking to a narcissist? At this, the

types of youngsters today. Doesn’t he

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