Chapter 187

It's not that she wanted to look down on her own son—really—but someone like Theodore, already running the entire Chambers Group at such a young age? Her silly son Ryan could never compare. Why would someone like Theodore ever need Ryan's help? "Of course it's true. Didn't you see Theodore show up at our place first thing this morning? You think he'd come over that early if it wasn't something big?" Ryan felt the grip on his ear lighten and quickly added fuel to the fire. "Well... I guess that makes some sense." His mom paused, sarcasm still written all over her face. Sensing that his words hit the mark, Ryan lit up inside. He put on his best pitiful tone. "So, Mom... does this mean you'll let go of my ear now?" She shot him a look like she couldn't believe how pathetic he sounded, but still eventually released her grip. "Seriously, am I even your biological son? You believe Theodore over me every time," Ryan huffed as he rubbed his sore ear. "Ever take a look in the mirror? Theodore's