Chapter 372 Instinctively Wanted to Rely on Him

Harold flung his hands angrily, his face turning stern when Chloe mentioned Xavia.

"Hmph! That will never happen. She just needs to mind her own business!"

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Joseph slovenly lifted his head and glanced at Chloe, who returned empty-handed. It appeared he had anticipated this outcome as he continued to leisurely read his documents.

"Grandpa refused to give it to me."

"Keep trying."

"He said he’d only give you the letter if you get married and have a child."

Joseph froze, but he did not raise his head. "What are you trying to say?"

"I think it's highly unlikely that I can accomplish this task," she said dejectedly, her voice barely audible. "Perhaps you can assign me a different one."

'I should’ve anticipated it earlier. If he couldn't handle it himself, how did I ever expect to succeed?'

Surprisingly, Joseph did not give her a hard time. He spoke lightly, "I need to think about it."

"Okay."

"While I'm considering options, you need to be available whenever I call."

Chloe was