Chapter 76

Business was what my parents cared most about, aside from Helen. Both of them looked at me expectantly. I gave a slight nod and said, "The results are out. Affleck Group went with an unconventional choice this time. They picked a newly established company." Dad grew furious and slammed his cutlery down. "How many times did I tell you? Did our words mean nothing to you? You couldn't even handle such a simple task." I wasn't intimidated. "Dad, if it were really that simple, would you be this angry? Affleck Group isn't Felix's alone. Even if he favors you, he still has to discuss decisions with the board. Besides, I've already told you—our family isn't the right fit for that collaboration. "Recently, I've evaluated a few other projects and selected some that are more suitable for us. Take a look at this real estate proposal from Lumae Holdings." I pulled out a prepared project plan from my bag and handed it to him. To my surprise, he didn't even glance at it and tossed it straight int