Chapter 648

Michael knew better than to try to outlast Max In a game of patience. He had watched his youngest son grow Into a man who could keep his lips sealed just as tightly as his father, If not more so.

Having finished the last stroke of his calligraphy, Michael set down the brush and

accepted a handkerchief from the butler to clean his hands. “What’s your plan with the Clements family?”

“Haven’t you already done everything that needs to be done?”

A chill flickered in Michael’s eyes. He finished wiping his fingers and handed the handkerchief back to the butler. “I’ve spoken with the Clements family and made some concessions. The damages are around a billion dollars.”

Max considered this for a few seconds before responding. “It can be deducted from my personal account.”

“Max!”

Michael’s anger flared, and he slapped the desk. It was the first time he’d ever lashed out at Max like this, a hint of frost in his glare. “All this for a woman. You seem pretty content to be the butt of the joke.”

far had been nothing but highlight reels. He was never the

my side is icing

was anything but humorous. “I’ve heard Martha’s condition has worsened. The sanatorium has called you several times, and

emotional state was too agitated. I did what I

“Absurd!”

shattered at Max’s

with Brielle well. I won’t make things difficult for her for at least half a year. But if you continue with this outrageous behavior, don’t blame me for breaking

prized son was brawling in the streets – it was an affront to everything Michael stood for. Moreover, it was with the heir to the

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Consider how you might make it up to her. Jose enjoys collecting art. I happen

recompense wasn’t for Alivia but for the

“You know Alivia wants more

prepared to offer.” Max’s words were blunt, typical of his nature, and

only serve to aggravate him further, Michael waved Max

away.

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