The Million-Dollar Heart

Using his cane with a metallic bottom, Oliver smacked it hard against Asher's knee.

Thud!

Already unstable on his feet, Asher crumpled forward, kneeling directly in Jasper's direction!

Asher's eyes widened, full of disbelief.

Oliver, without sparing him a glance, bowed slightly toward Jasper, "Jasper, forgive my lack of guidance. My apologies for the trouble my son has caused. Rest assured, upon our return, I'll discipline him strictly. We've overstayed our welcome today. Should you need anything in the future, do not hesitate to call me. I'll take my leave now so as not to disturb your afternoon respite."

Jasper raised an eyebrow, momentarily unsure of what play Oliver was staging.

Just moments before, Oliver seemed ready to cripple his sons without a second thought, but now he was puffing himself up like an indignant wolf!

But to leave such a mess and just walk away?

That wasn't going to be so easy.

A dark glint passed through Jasper's aged eyes. As Oliver turned to leave, he said calmly, "Hold on. Oliver, your son came here today to provoke the Perez family without a word of reason. I am his elder, and he dared to shout at me, pointing fingers. We haven't settled this account yet, and you think you can just leave like that? You're belittling the Perez family. He's a grown man; what's it to you if you apologize on his behalf?"

halted, "And what would you

sat firmly in his chair, not bothering to stand, his gaze coldly falling on Asher, who was still reeling from Oliver's

I think it's only fair that he apologizes by bowing his head. Isn't

teeth, he bellowed at Jasper, losing all semblance of his

to his son, he managed to keep a veneer of composure, "Jasper, that seems a bit much. Asher is still a Grimshaw. To bow to you... If word gets out, how will he command respect within

consideration of our many years of acquaintance, grant me this favor and let this incident slide. Should you need anything in the

you renege on it later? I want his apology today! Oliver, don't talk to me about commanding respect.

like he was in the

his senses, he

why Asher had the guts to act so brazenly. It seems Mr. Oliver Grimshaw himself has little respect

among the ancient warrior lineages? People will say the Grimshaw family preys on the weak. As a venerable member of the ancient warrior lineages, not only do they not protect weaker families, but they also attempt to seize their secrets. How will they

could tell the Perez brothers were

tomorrow, the entire ancient warrior lineage would hear

that the Grimshaw family was after other families' secrets. Then, the Grimshaw would become enemies of all ancient warrior lineages. Even those who once considered

Asher's public challenge

have traveled all the way

liability, that's what his

heart, wishing he could kick Asher if not for the circumstances, Oliver thought, "How did I end up

still hold some regard for your father. So, today's events

"You good-for-nothing,

"Dad!"