The Man's Decree

Chapter 66 Background Check

After Gary and his family were seated on the couch, Franklin served them coffee right away. He even shouted toward the bedroom, “Maria, Mr. Chance is here. Come down quickly.”

“Franklin, it’s all right. I’m sorry to have interrupted you on such short notice.”

Gary was embarrassed when he saw how welcoming Franklin was.

“Don’t be a stranger. After all, we haven’t seen each other for many years. Therefore, just make yourself at home. I have also made lunch reservations at a hotel so that we can have a wonderful meal together,” Franklin suggested as he poured some coffee for Gary.

At that moment, Maria stepped into the living room. She was dressed in sports attire and had her hair tied in a ponytail, making her look youthful and vibrant.

After sweeping her gaze around, she finally fixated her gaze on Jared. However, she noticed that he was dressed shabbily and looked like a country bumpkin instead of the son of a powerful government official.

“Maria, greet Mr. Chance,” Franklin reminded her.

fact, the contempt

how can you—” When he noticed Maria’s attitude, Franklin was about to lose his temper, but

After holding Franklin back, Gary nodded at her with

chat, it was obvious that Maria was

I heard Franklin mention that you joined the government service after leaving the army. Now that so many years have passed, I’m sure you have achieved a very high position. Am I right?” Frieda asked in a forthright

He then replied

too early for retirement?” Frieda exclaimed

so many unnecessary questions? Are you conducting a background check?” Franklin shot

the moment Gary and his family arrived. After running a company for such a long time, he had met many government officials before. However, he didn’t feel any

knew what kind of person his wife was. The moment she found out that Gary was just an ordinary

you have to snap at me?” Frieda rolled her eyes at Franklin. After that, she

her. Besides, since they were there to seek Franklin’s help, there

the circumstances, he no longer cared about whether