Chapter 9 The Harrison Family's Celebratory Party

• "Are you insane?"
• Mason slammed his hand against the table and stood up. "Are you out of your mind? If you have nothing else to say, take this disabled person away and leave. Don't cause trouble in my office."
• Lucian was about to respond when Freya spoke up in disappointment, "Are you finished, Lucian? We're leaving. Just because you're not embarrassed doesn't mean I feel the same way."
• Freya was deeply upset after the incident.
• She had held false hope for him when he returned, but it only took two days for her to realize how ridiculous it all was. Lucian's actions had pushed her entire family to the brink.
• "Please listen to me, Fay. I was in contact with the chairman. He told me…" Lucian tried to explain to her but fell silent when he noticed the lifeless look in her eyes.
• "You're finished!"
• Lucian glared at Mason and prepared to leave.
• "You keep saying you contacted the chairman, kid. So, why didn't the chairman contact me?"
• Mason began to curse at Lucian for daring to threaten him. "You're just the abandoned son of the Gray family. You have no right to speak to me with such disrespect. One minute. Apologize or I'll make sure you don't leave the Infernal Group alive."
• "You're brave, Mason Bishop!"
• The door was kicked open. The president, Jack Asher, rushed into the office with a group of executives. He was horrified to hear Lucian being threatened, as he knew Lucian was the true chairman of the Infernal Group.
• A mere project manager challenging the chairman of the board? He clearly no longer wanted his job.
• "Mr. Asher? What are you doing here?"
• Mason recoiled and asked in a panic.
• "Are you threatening Mr. Gray?"
• Jack was furious as he backhanded Mason so hard that the man collapsed to the floor. He looked dissatisfied but couldn't protest under the deadly gaze.
• "My apologies, Mr. Gray. I was late."
• Jack had been informed that he must not, under any circumstances, reveal Lucian's true identity as the chairman of the board. He turned to Lucian. "The chairman has informed us that this project will be handed over to you. Shall we sign the contract?"
• Lucian grunted in anger. "And what are we signing? That fool over there gave it to the Harrison family."
• "What?"
• Jack's expression turned stern as he turned his attention back to Mason. "Did I not say you have to report to me before anything is finalized? Where is the report?"
• "I…I'm very sorry, Mr. Asher!"
• Mason stammered nervously and got down on his knees.
• "You even gave it away to the Harrison family. Do you want to die?"
• Veins bulged on his forehead as he slapped Mason harshly until he bled from his nose and mouth. Mason weakly begged, "I'm sorry, Mr. Asher. I was the one at fault. Please stop hitting me."
• Jack pushed Mason aside and returned to Lucian. "You have nothing to worry about, Mr. Gray. I'll visit the Harrisons to retrieve the project. I assure you it will be given to you and Ms. Freya."
• Freya was stunned at the sight. She was speechless. Lucian had been telling the truth all along.
• The chairman was going to give him the project…
• "Then do it. Freya and I will be waiting at the Harrison home."
• Lucian nodded and wheeled the astonished Freya out of the Infernal Group.
• Mason struggled to his feet and asked fearfully, "When did the chairman agree to give Lucian the project, Mr. Asher? Why didn't I hear about it?"
• Slap! Slap! Slap! Slap!
• Jack, in a fit of anger, delivered another four slaps to Mason's face. "Let me tell you right now. Lucian Gray's power is not something you or I can challenge. I don't care who you offend, but you do not offend Lucian. He can bring Sioux to its knees at any moment."
• Bring Sioux to its knees.
• Mason took a deep breath. He finally felt fear wash over him. Just who was the abandoned son of the Gray family?
• "Don't go spreading rumors about Lucian if you want to stay alive," Jack continued.
• "Come with me to the Harrison residence. We need to retrieve that contract before they can sign it."
• "Yes, sir." Mason trembled.
• …
• The Harrison residence was filled with life as guests from third-tier families mingled at the celebratory banquet.
• Everyone within the circle of third-tier families received news that the Harrisons had won the demolition project and came to congratulate them. It was understood that the Harrison family was going to climb the ranks and join the second-tier families. It would benefit everyone to establish a good relationship with them.
• Dax's cheeks were flushed with excitement as he greeted the guests.
• He now had bragging rights. The contract was currently displayed in the hall. The moment he placed his signature on it, the million-dollar demolition project would belong to the Harrison family. These groups of third-tier families would have to look up to them.
• Aaron, Hugo, and their wives stood at the door, greeting their esteemed guests. The abundance of gifts had them grinning from ear to ear. The Harrison family's destinies were about to change.
• "What are you doing here?"
• That was when Aaron noticed Lucian wheeling Freya over.
• Countless pairs of eyes fixed their gaze on the new arrivals. Everyone knew that Freya was not on good terms with the rest of her family. Her parents were treated no differently from their subordinates and were left to serve and clean the dishes during the celebration. They were miserable.
• Frank and Annie were busy in the kitchen when they exploded with anger upon noticing Lucian and Freya.
• "Why did that brat bring Freya here?"
• Annie squeezed the plate and huffed, "It's all because of him that we're in this situation. All that talk about having the project within reach. The Harrison family still got it in the end."
• "Not so loud, honey. The Harrisons can hear you." Frank hushed her.
• Annie clenched her fists and ultimately kept quiet. They were already in dire straits. It would only get worse if anyone heard her.
• Nadine, as if having a sudden realization, spoke up, "He must have brought Freya here to apologize, Grandpa. He nearly cost us the project yesterday. Why else would he be here if not to apologize?"