BookToReadChapter 180
The woman teased, "Chris, how can you talk about a girl like that?" Yara was the picture of flirtation, her eyes
sparkling with mischief and allure.
Chris chuckled, gently lifting Yara's chin before leaning in for a kiss. His desire was intense; even though he'd just
felt satisfied, Yara's charm was enough to spark that fire again. The two of them got lost in a wild, passionate
embrace, the air around them thickening with their shared fervor.
After wrapping up her call with Chris, Lillian finally felt a weight lift off her shoulders. It seemed she still had
sleverage with Chris. Since he'd reassured her that Sue's troubles wouldn't spill over onto her, he must've
been sure that the Fisher family wouldn't be able to trace anything back to her. She could finally look forward to
a good night's sleep.
In the Fisher family study, Joshua laid out the details of Chris' actions to Ray and Ben. Ben wore a grim
expression. On the desk was a laptop, its screen showing Ray's stern, stone-cold face on a video call.
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Ray's voice carried authority as he spoke to Ben, "Ben, | told you we shouldn't have kept that illegitimate child
around. You shouldn't have gone soft on this. Joshua's the only heir we need for the Fisher family."
Ben was riddled with guilt and regret, his face etched with concern. "Dad, I'm sorry. | shouldn't have shown any
leniency. | was only thinking of the family blood in his veins..."
Ray's face was flushed with anger as he rebuked, "That moment of pity has brought us nothing but trouble! Just
look at the chaos he's caused-three lives have been lost!"
Joshua stood quietly, absorbing everything without a word. Ben listened to Ray's scolding, not daring to counter,
"You're right." He kept his head bowed, taking the reprimand silently.
Ray was thoroughly exasperated, venting his anger through the video call. Due to his high-ranking position in the
capital, he was unable to return without official clearance. Once his anger subsided, he spoke more calmly, "Let
Joshua take the call."
"Yes." Ben turned the laptop towards Joshua, who stood quietly nearby. "Grandfather." Joshua greeted him with
respect.
Ray's gaze was stern as he eyed Joshua. "What's your plan going forward?"
Joshua replied, "Chris has just taken
on a big project. I'm planning to
throw
w shurdles his way. He's
poured a lot into it, and if it flops, it'll hit him hard."
"Hmm." Ray grunted in agreement. "Show him that the Fisher family isn't to be messed with."
"But..." Ray's voice carried a grave warning, His actions show he's a complete madman. Since you've chosen to
face him, you must be
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fully prepared."
Joshua lowered his gaze, his voice steady. "I understand. | was caught off guard before."
Ray nodded slightly. "You've always been more reliable than your father."
He cast a disapproving glance at Ben, who stood with his head low. Ben didn't dare speak up.
After a pause, Ray addressed
Joshua, "Joshua, you're not getting any younger. It's tyou take the reins of the Fisher family. | know your
power has been limited, making it hard to act or investigate. With recent events, putting the family's authority
and assets in your hands will help you deal with Chris. I've heard he's been making waves abroad, and his
influence isn't something to dismiss lightly, so keep your guard up."
Joshua replied coolly, "Yes, Grandfather. You can count onto manage it."
Ray nodded approvingly. "I've always trusted your judgment, except for that impulsive moment when you took a
hit for Allison."
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