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Chapter 469

The silence in the living room was deafening. Klein had left, but Gregory, the prodigal son, was still very much present. The Fords had always tread lightly around him, and today's debacle had only solidified their caution.

Adah shot Gregory a reproachful look. "You scoundrel, have you even checked on your grandfather? He's been looking forward to your visit!" Ever since Paul suffered a heart attack two years ago, his health had declined significantly. Family gatherings like this had become rare occasions for him. Today, knowing Gregory might make an appearance, Adah and Mrs. Ford, fearing another clash with Klein, had kept the news from Paul. Paul had thus stayed away from the gathering.

Gregory's earlier defiance seemed to melt away as he quickly stood, obediently saying, "Alright, I'll go now." Molly, who had been quietly observing from the side, quickly added, "Brother, I'll come with you."

Inside the Ford Residence study.

No sooner had Gregory stepped in than Klein kicked Palmer out of the way! Frustration etched across his face, Klein barked, "What are you waiting for? Get in touch with RF Group immediately and get to the bottom of this!"

"Yes, sir!" Palmer, seemingly impervious to the pain, quickly got to his feet, pulled out his phone, and dialed Kevin.

Kevin picked up almost instantly. "Who's this?"

Hearing this, Palmer clenched his teeth, but his voice betrayed no irritation, "Kevin, it's Palmer from the Ford Group." This wasn't the first time Palmer had contacted Kevin. Kevin, having worked closely with Bryant for many years and mastering the art of networking, always managed to maintain his position. Yet, Kevin would always ask, "Who's this?" every time Palmer called. As if he hadn't remembered him at all But that was impossible. It meant Kevin simply didn't regard him highly enough to remember!

Kevin, ever aloof, greeted him with a

cold, "Hello." Palmer, masking his emotions, continued politely, "I've heard that your company and SZ Technology are planning a

partnership?" He didn't directly ask if the partnership was already in place because, in his heart, he couldn't believe it to be true.

"The walls do have ears, it seems." Kevin chuckled. "It's not a plan. We've already partnered up and will be announcing it officially at a press conference in a few days." After hanging up, Palmer's face was ashen, speechless.

Klein demanded, "Well? What's the situation?" "What Gregory said... it's true."

Slap! Klein's hand struck Palmer, sending his glasses flying. Klein glared at him furiously, "If you don't have the skills, don't take on the job. What did you promise me when you joined the Ford Group?!"

Klein had always found Gregory's

methods too ostentatious, hard to predict and control. That's why he had backed Palmer for the position. Tasting blood in his mouth, Palmer's eyes darkened with resentment, was careless this time. Give me another chance..." He was determined not to lose to Gregory again.

"You want another chance?" Klein, spitting with rage, interrupted, "Go ask Gregory if he'd give you another chance! Useless, both of you come from the Ford bloodline, yet why is the gap between you so vast??" With that stinging rebuke, Klein stormed off!

For now, he had no choice but to rely on that ungrateful son to stabilize the situation. Once the Al project was secure, he'd dispose of him just like two years ago.

Gregory, having visited his

grandfather, was leisurely sitting on the couch, watching Klein come downstairs, and asked with a smile, "So, Mr President, have you made up your mind?" Klein, still unable to let go of his pride, conceded, "What you said earlier, I agree!"

"You agree?" Gregory subtly raised an eyebrow, stood up, and adjusted his sleeves. "Mr. President, hasn't anyone taught you how to properly ask for a favor?"