The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Using his cane with a metallic bottom, Oliver smacked it hard against Asher's knee.

Thud!

Already unstable on his feet, Asher crumpled forward, kneeling directly in Jasper's direction!

Asher's eyes widened, full of disbelief.

Oliver, without sparing him a glance, bowed slightly toward Jasper, "Jasper, forgive my lack of guidance. My apologies for the trouble my son has caused. Rest assured, upon our return, I'll discipline him strictly. We've overstayed our welcome today. Should you need anything in the future, do not hesitate to call me. I'll take my leave now so as not to disturb your afternoon respite."

Jasper raised an eyebrow, momentarily unsure of what play Oliver was staging.

Just moments before, Oliver seemed ready to cripple his sons without a second thought, but now he was puffing himself up like an indignant wolf!

But to leave such a mess and just walk away?

your son came here today to provoke the Perez family without a word of reason. I am his elder, and he dared to shout

"And what would you propose,

Jasper sat firmly in his chair, not bothering to stand, his gaze coldly falling on Asher, who was still reeling from Oliver's scolding. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the Find ɴøᴠel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and

"You know I'm not in good health. His visit today truly frightened me. I think it's only fair that he apologizes by bowing his

words, Asher finally snapped back to reality. Clenching his teeth, he bellowed at Jasper, losing all semblance of

as well, but compared to his son, he managed to keep a veneer of composure, "Jasper, that seems a bit much. Asher is still a Grimshaw. To bow to you... If word gets out, how will

more time with the Perez family. After a pause, he continued, "How about this? In consideration of our many years of acquaintance, grant me this favor and let this incident slide. Should you need anything in the future,

favor if you renege on it later? I want his apology today! Oliver, don't talk to me about commanding respect. I am the head of the Perez

ears, felt like he was in the

senses,

on the uptake, he slumped onto Yuri's shoulder, "You see? This explains why Asher had the guts to act so brazenly. It

"What are you talking about, bro? I don't think Mr. Oliver Grimshaw is the type to be hypocritical or sanctimonious. He'll surely handle this fairly. Otherwise, how will we stand among the ancient warrior lineages? People will say the Grimshaw family preys on the weak. As a venerable member of the ancient warrior

tomorrow, the entire ancient warrior lineage would hear of the Grimshaw family's bullying. Flaunting

after other families' secrets. Then, the Grimshaw would become enemies of all ancient warrior lineages. Even those who once considered alliances would think twice, questioning the

Perez family's word, especially since Asher's public challenge had already reached other ancient warrior lineages'

wouldn't have traveled all the

liability, that's what his

if not for the circumstances, Oliver thought,

too harshly. We, the ancient warrior lineages, share honor and disgrace. Though you've forsaken the ancestral covenant of seclusion, I still hold some regard for your father. So, today's events were indeed due to Asher's recklessness. It's only right

laced with contempt, "You good-for-nothing, what are you standing

"Dad!"