In the dimly lit room, Grant's expression hardened into a cold, brooding gaze. Yet, he remained composed, neither arrogant nor meek, his eyes fixed on Lucas as steadily as the tranquil surface of a lifeless pond that has remained undisturbed for ages.

Their eyes met, and Lucas's brow twitched violently. A chill crept up his neck, sending goosebumps racing across his skin.

"What do I know? Uncle, I don't quite understand what you're implying," Grant murmured, narrowing his ghostly

eyes.

"Heh, I see you've mastered Gregory's art of playing dumb perfectly, just like a true Salvador heir!"

Lucas took a sharp drag from his cigar, purposefully exhaling a thick plume of smoke in Grant's direction, knowing full well it would aggravate his health. His every move was taunting and provocative.

"Back then, you hired Jeremy and paid him handsomely to orchestrate the kidnapping of you and that bastard child. Throughout the whole process, you stayed in the shadows, masterminding every detail. You ensured they'd receive over a billion in ransom and even promised an additional fifty million as a reward. Fifty million! Twenty years ago, that was no small amount!"

calmly, his expression detached and distant, as if merely observing a tragedy unfold before him. His

an acting chairman, with the true power of the Salvador Corporation still in the hands of the Old Master Nigel. Ever

Old Master Nigel's love and concern for you. After all, without Justin, you'd be the sole grandson of the Salvador family. How could

think that a 15-year-old could come up with such a ruthless and calculated plan... You really were something,

that last remark, but the thought only made him sick. He was like no one else. He was himself-peerless,

didn't foresee Jeremy's greed. He broke your deal and turned you into a hostage as well, demanding an astronomical ransom from the Salvador family. Worse, he even planned

you were the rightful heir, the eldest grandson. Of course, the kidnappers would target

angry. Instead, he chuckled softly. "Uncle, I see prison left you rather stifled.

detail Lucas did

discovered Jeremy's true intentions, he used all his strength to help Justin escape, staying behind to

Jeremy was set on keeping him, then Grant might as well bargain for Justin's

Salvador family's illegitimate son came back unharmed, while the eldest son endured the kidnappers' torment

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