Chapter 104 - Master Maverick (1/2)

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

It was rare for Gertrude to speak to him in such a serious tone. Moreover, she was still at the Temple yesterday, but she had returned to the Torres family today. She must have something important to attend to and that was the reason why he hurried home.

Looking at the three of them sitting on the sofa in the living room, Franklin heaved a sigh of relief. He tugged at his tight tie.

“Grandma, why didn’t you tell me you were coming back?”

Quinn and Gertrude were sitting on one side of the sofa while Lauren was sitting opposite them.

Franklin naturally sat beside Lauren.

Just as he was about to take a sip of water to take a break, Gertrude’s words made his heart skip a beat.

“Franklin, come and sit beside Grandma.”

Gertrude’s motive was obvious: she wanted them to join forces against Lauren.

Franklin had been in the business world for so many years, so he naturally knew what Gertrude meant.

However, it was precisely because he knew very well that made his choice a very important one.

This was not just a question of where he should sit, it was also a question of which side he should side with. Should he support Gertrude or Lauren?

Franklin secretly ridiculed the situation in his heart. This matter was much more difficult than managing a company.

He drank a mouthful of water. Although his heart was filled with complicated emotions, his face did not show any emotion, this was something he had learned from many years of negotiations in the business world.

Franklin did not show any fear, even though he was in front of Gertrude.

“Grandma, this seat is pretty good here, so that I can talk to you face to face.”

Franklin’s suit jacket had been taken off and placed on the armrest of the sofa. He rolled up the sleeves of his shirt, revealing his long and slender arms. His watch added a hint of maturity and steadiness to his image.

There was some distance between him and Lauren, but Lauren could feel the warmth coming from Franklin’s side. It was a kind of strength and support.

Gertrude’s smile clearly reduced a little when she heard Franklin’s reply. Her right hand subconsciously turned the jade bracelet on her left wrist.

Quinn moved closer to Gertrude and said in a normal voice, “Look Grandma, am I right?”

Even Franklin was bewitched.

Though he did not say it out loud, it was quite obvious what he was hinting.

Before Franklin could figure out the situation, another voice came from the entrance.

They could hear Mr. Hayes’ voice from the living room.