Chapter 621

After the banquet ended, the eldest branch of the family returned home. No sooner had they stepped into the living room than the uncle could no longer contain himself. He turned to his son and snapped, "What got into you today? Speaking to Lambert like that in front of your grandparents—have you lost your mind?" Normally, his son knew better than to cross the line, which was why he had always trusted him. Never in his wildest dreams had he expected his son to say such things in front of Old Mr. Stone and his mistress. The memory of the old man’s expression and tone sent a chill down his spine. Even Khloe, who usually doted on their son, remained silent now—clearly displeased as well. Noticing his parents’ reactions, Arnold let out a cold laugh. "As if sucking up to the old man would’ve made him favor me any more than he already does," he sneered. "The heir’s already been chosen and announced. Do you really think groveling would’ve changed his mind?" The uncle frowned. "But you didn’t h