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?

and he dared to shout at me, pointing

halted, "And what would

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good health. His visit today truly frightened me. I think it's only fair that he apologizes by bowing his head.

At Jasper's words, Asher finally snapped back to reality. Clenching his teeth, he bellowed at Jasper, losing all semblance of his previously feigned gentlemanly demeanor, resembling nothing more than a petty and impotent

but compared to his son, he managed to keep a veneer of composure, "Jasper, that seems a bit much.

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

snorted with disdain, his head held high, uncompromising, "Don't talk to me about what may or may not be. What good is your favor if you renege on it later? I want his apology today! Oliver,

felt like he was in

Finally regaining his senses, he caught

the uptake, he slumped onto Yuri's shoulder, "You see? This explains why Asher had the guts to act so brazenly. It seems Mr. Oliver Grimshaw himself has little respect for

Yuri, always in sync with him, added, "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 lineages, not only do they not protect weaker families, but they also attempt to seize their

warrior lineage would hear of the Grimshaw family's bullying. Flaunting their power, disregarding

the Grimshaw family was after other families' secrets. Then, the Grimshaw would become enemies of all ancient warrior

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

traveled all the way from

that's

in his heart, wishing he could kick Asher if not for the circumstances, Oliver thought, "How did

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

again, his voice laced with contempt, "You good-for-nothing, what are you standing there for? Apologize to Mr.

"Dad!"