Chapter 926

Steven smiled politely as he greeted Teddy. As soon as he spoke, the room fell into silence. The young man beside Teddy immediately furrowed his brows, glaring at Ryan with a displeased expression. But since Teddy remained silent, the young man held his tongue and showed great restraint. "Ryan, you really have surprised me..." Teddy said, glancing at Ryan. Despite the faint smile on his face, there was a cold aloofness that kept others at arm's length. "Mr. Shepherd, please, let me explain..." Ryan wore a pained expression as he hurried to explain. Teddy replied indifferently, "That won't be necessary." He gestured toward the chair in front of the desk. "Take a seat. Elijah, bring our guest some tea." Steven pulled out the chair and sat down. Elijah, the young man from earlier, approached with a frosty expression. He set the cup of tea in front of Steven—neither forcefully nor delicately. "This is my grandson, Elijah Shepherd. He's been away at college and only recently returne