Chapter 014

Michael was already furious, but his anger escalated when he saw his son's incompetence. He raised his hand, as if he wanted to strike Patrick's head, and shouted, "How did I end up with such a useless son? No brains! No backbone! Letting a woman lead you around! If you had even half of Carl's intelligence, we wouldn't be in this mess!"

Patrick's expression darkened further.

Renee withdrew her hand from the doorknob, realizing that leaving now would only further embarrass Patrick, who had always been kind to her. She couldn't bear to do that.

Just then, a calm, deep voice cut in.

A tall, dark figure approached with measured steps, composed and reserved.

His handsome face was devoid of expression, and his eyes showed a touch of coldness.

"Dad, Calvin is fine now. There's no point in berating Patrick," Carl said calmly.

"I want to do more than just berate him! The Hendersons want an explanation. If this scandal gets out, where will the Grey family hide their faces? It all comes do