Let Me Stay The Night

Nigel was hesitant. Everyone knew that he was Barnaby’s illegitimate child, but Barnaby had yet to acknowledge him formally.

Until now, Nigel had only met Barnaby once behind everyone’s back.

Nigel was no naive young man. Barnaby might’ve promised to make it up to him, but he could sense the reservations held by his father.

Despite wielding the Stone family’s power to manipulate situations to his advantage, Nigel couldn’t shake off his underlying lack of confidence. While he could easily exert control over individuals like Winston, he recognized that his abilities would pale in comparison to someone as cunning and ruthless as Nathaniel

Curious, Nigel asked. “What is Nathaniel’s Achilles’ heel?”

He has taken the bait!

Winston’s eyes gleamed with excitement as he pushed himself up from the snowy ground, gradually edging closer to Nigel. “His wife and children! Nathaniel has a reputation for being fiercely protective of his children and family back in Jadeborough. If you can exploit that weakness of his and make him work for you, it would yield remarkable results with minimal effort.”

Winston thought Nigel would heed his advice, so he did not expect the latter to react conversely.

“You’re planning to scheme Nathaniel for his money and then backstab him, aren’t you? Do you think Nathaniel is a fool? Perhaps you’re already on his radar.” Nigel jeered. “Even if you have a death wish, don’t drag me into your mess. Remember, I expect the money in three days. If you fail to deliver, I’ll ensure you pay the consequences!”

After delivering the threat, Nigel gave Winston’s chest a forceful kick. Winston failed to dodge in time, and he tumbled headfirst into the snow.

Nigel quickly made his way to his car and drove off, leaving Winston fuming in the cold. As he watched Nigel’s car disappear into the distance, Winston clenched his fists and vowed, “Nigel, mark my words. 1 will seek revenge one day!”

On the way, Nigel received a call from Barnaby. He quickly hopped on a plane to head back to Hallsbay.

time, Barnaby came to the airport to pick Nigel

getting into the car, Nigel

the presence of all Stone family members. Since you and Yerek are part of the family, I will arrange for both of you to join us. As for your wife and Anya, it would be more appropriate for them to join us on another occasion. Tonight’s dinner

wife and Anya since Christina reclaimed

than a burden. Considering Barnaby’s obvious disdain for them, Nigel saw no reason to invest any care

faced with the choice between personal benefits and family, Nigel resolutely

that he can make the necessary preparations. We wouldn’t

unfazed. “It’s just a regular family dinner. While Sheridan may be the current head of the Stone family, I still hold considerable influence within the family. And now that I have decided to

promise,

up at the Stone family dinner clad

attendees. The Stone family members were taken aback to see two Gibsons present at their family gathering.

ensuring that they were positioned to his right. It was evident to everyone present just how significant Nigel and Yerek were to him.

minds of all the Stone family members as they exchanged silent gazes. Sheridan finally made his entrance, arriving fashionably late to the family dinner.

emotions, he settled into the seat across from them and turned to Barnaby, who sat in the main seat. Raising an eyebrow, he voiced his opinion, “Grandpa, considering this is a family dinner, I believe it would be more appropriate to exclude external guests.”

but they skillfully concealed their

and I are here to dine with your grandfather and to meet the rest of the family. We have no intention of involving ourselves in your internal matters.”

your prior approval? Nigel and Yerek are going to join the Stone family, and you will be seeing them frequently. It would be wise to adapt to their presence as soon

Sheridan,

shot both Nigel

Stone family, I shall resign from my post as the head

face scrunched up in anger as he