"Stop making calls, Henry. Do you think you're Mr. Ford's trusted aide or family?" Sarah scolded as Henry was still trying to blow his trumpet."Don't bother about him, Lydia. We don't have much time left. Let's find Lewis. He might be able to help us with this."Lydia shook her head and said, "He can't help much. He was kind enough to introduce me to many high-level chamber members today."She believed no one could change Mr. Ford's decision, even if it were Lewis."Well, we can't just sit here and do nothing. I'll go ask my friends." Sarah got up and left.Lydia sighed helplessly as she watched Sarah leave.She thought that had been finalized.Henry walked to the side and called Jeffery with displeasure. "What's going on, Jeffery? I thought you'd let the Millers join the chamber?""Ah—" Jeffery was stunned for a moment.Then, he said hastily, "I did let the Millers join, and I even reduced the slots into one to highlight the importance and ensure the Millers are able to join
Sebastian had uttered those coldly."Yes, yes."Luiz's face paled dramatically as he was overcome with fear and anger. The Yorks' leader was a prominent Everising Chamber of Commerce member, and they could not afford to mess with that man.He fled from the banquet with Lucy, feeling helpless.It got little attention because the banquet hall was quite large, and it was handled quickly.That was precisely what Sebastian wanted, as his uncle had mentioned that Henry was a low-key person who did not want his powerful identity revealed.Then, Sebastian greeted Henry respectfully. "Nice to see you here, Mr. Truman."Henry nodded and asked, "Weren't you quite arrogant last time? Why did you leave suddenly at that time?"Sebastian forced a bitter smile and explained, "I saw you with the Everising Platinum Card, and I knew that Mr. Ford had given it to a big shot named Truman."Henry nodded. "I see."Thanks for that, then.""You're most welcome, Mr. Truman. I offended you due to my i
At that moment, Sarah returned with a helpless look.She knew no one more powerful than Lewis. So she found Lewis and informed him of the situation.After hearing Sarah speak, Lewis shook his head. He could not do anything; even if his father intervened, it would not help.He pretended to make a phone call in front of Sarah in an attempt to find a solution.After all that, he walked back with Sarah."Sarah just informed me that something unexpected happened with the Millers joining the chamber. Is this true, Lydia?" Lewis asked with a concerned expression.Lydia nodded."I did not expect such a thing to happen. But I've already called my father and strongly demanded that he help." Lewis sighed."You called your father?"Lydia was stunned. Was it possible that Mr. Ford called her not because of Henry but Lewis's father?It made sense. Henry had just arrived from his home in the mountains and only had some martial arts skills. How could he possibly know Mr. Ford?On the other
How did the Millers get their seat in the chamber? It could not have been Henry to help them.'Impossible!'"Yeah, I must thank you again, Lewis." Lydia expressed her gratitude."Don't worry about it. I'm happy to help you join the chamber." Lewis did not care much. He wanted to take the credit anyway."Look, Henry. Lewis resolved the issue that would determine the Millers' fate with a single phone call."And you are only sitting there, daydreaming. How can you compare with Lewis?"Lewis replied proudly, "Not really. I believe Henry is quite good at sweet-talking girls. That girl just now appears to be quite protective of him."Lydia became even more upset when she heard Lewis mention that and remembered Chansey from earlier.Henry was speechless. He said calmly, "Are you sure he helped with this matter?""Who else could it be if not him? You? Are you going to say that Mr. Ford worked for you, and you called him to settle it?" Sarah sneered."That's enough!"Lydia was afraid
Jeffery looked around the room and fixed his gaze on Henry for a moment before smiling and saying, "Today, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended tonight's banquet. I believe everyone must have had a very fruitful evening."The crowd responded affirmatively; they agreed on that.After a brief opening statement, Jeffery went right to the point. "Now, I would like to announce that the only company joining the Everising Chamber of Commerce this year is—"Jeffery deliberately paused and scanned the crowd.Those hoping to join held their breath, staring at him intently.Lydia was particularly focused, her gaze locked onto Jeffery.Even though she had the news, there was still room for uncertainty until it was announced publicly."It is the Miller Group led by Ms. Lydia Miller!"Jeffery announced loudly.It really was the Miller Group. Lydia was overjoyed by the announcement.She was well aware of her family's predicament. The only way for the famil
Lewis' face fell. He thought Mr. Ford would not reveal the name of the divine doctor. Even if he did, Lewis could still claim that his father found the divine doctor. He said, "The Brandons are a prestigious family in the Hodbrigde. Finding a divine doctor is nothing."Henry chuckled.Lewis felt uneasy because of Lewis' laughter, as if something was wrong.However, Sarah could not tolerate it and rebuked, "What are you laughing at, Henry? Did Lewis say it wrongly? Could a bumpkin like you find a divine doctor?""You are truly a bootlicker. Aren't you afraid of licking the wrong person's boot?" Henry shook his head; he found Sarah very annoying."What did you say?" Sarah got angry."Henry!"Even Lydia was angry; she felt Henry had gone too far.She scolded him. "Stop talking!"Meanwhile, Jeffery shouted, "That's right, he is Mr. Henry Truman of the Miller Group! I would like to thank Mr. Truman again for saving my daughter's life.""The banquet has come to an end. You are free
Lewis's face fell. He had not expected the divine doctor to be Henry.He had even hoped to become his lackey.That was extremely humiliating for Lewis, especially because he had purposefully taken false credit for Henry's accomplishments and used it to mock and undermine him.He wished he could disappear as soon as he saw Sarah's gaze.Lydia almost trusted Henry completely at that point, especially since Henry's teacher was the renowned divine doctor mentioned by her grandfather. Even though she did not believe in so-called divine doctors and preferred modern instruments, the old divine doctor might have taught unique remedies that could cure various complex and rare diseases."I had misunderstood you, Henry. I'm sorry." Lydia apologized. Even though she disliked Henry, she made a mistake.Henry was stunned. He shook his head and said, "We are married. A small misunderstanding between us doesn't warrant an apology."Lydia's face turned red, and she was about to reprimand him. Ho
Lewis' father had spoken in a serious tone.He wanted to get to know the big shot in Mr. Ford's circle in the hopes that he could help save the Brandon Group. However, meeting him was currently impossible.The chamber would not help either.Lewis ended the call, a glint of indifference in his eyes.He paused for a moment and realized that the Millers were the only ones who still trusted him, making them easier to deceive.He had not won Lydia over yet, though. He was frustrated that he could not even defeat someone like Henry.Sarah felt no guilt toward Henry while in the car, and she felt Henry embarrassed her. "Why didn't Mr. Ford let you speak just now, Henry?" she asked."Maybe he was busy," Henry said after a hesitation."He's definitely busy, but it wouldn't cost him anything to spare a few minutes. I think he doesn't want to talk to you, so he doesn't want to waste time on you.""Maybe," Henry said indifferently."Stop acting like you don't care. Do you know what that