Henry scoffed coldly, "Anyone can talk a good game. I want to see what you do."

"Yes, I'll prove to you that I'm the best choice for Tania," Peter replied calmly, handing a bowl of soup to Henry. "Both of you should try this." Henry finally nodded in satisfaction.

...

Meanwhile, Lennon Group's share price plummeted sharply due to Peter's departure, as if someone had anticipated it.

Within days, shares were scooped up in large quantities by a company from Cascade City, which even managed to acquire shares from some of the more casual shareholders.

Back at the Lennon residence, a storm was brewing. Xylos, poring over the recent reports from Lennon Group, was trembling with anger. "Investigate! Find out what this company is and how it's operating in Brookville without me knowing." "Great-Grandpa, it's not a company from Brookville," Jamie clarified.

"Where are they based?"

"Cascade City!"

company is based there?" He could not believe it. How could an

Even people in Cascade City are uncertain

shortfall at Lennon Group had occurred so suddenly. "Great-Grandpa, do you think it could be Uncle

"He doesn't have that kind of influence. Besides, he's been here in

Jamie couldn't think of anyone else with the influence to disrupt Lennon

investigating. You can leave now." Xylos waved him off with a sigh but then added, "This is a crucial time for the

Great-Grandpa!" Jamie hesitated briefly. "What about

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