Chapter 508: Time to Repay This Debt

Chapter 508: Time to Repay This Debt

"Sure, I'll arrange it as soon as possible."

Owen didn't hesitate and agreed right away.

He was also very efficient. The next day, when the old man went out for a business meeting, a servant took the opportunity to bring Sophia her meal, quietly letting her out. He hid her in the trunk of the grocery shopping car.

That's how Sophia slipped away from the old man's house.

Her son Aiden also went with her.

While Sophia suffered here, Aiden didn't have it easy either.

He was abused by the old man every day.

After all, since he wasn't his own son, there was no need to hold back when beating him.

Sophia didn't feel the slightest bit of guilt toward Aiden either. When she was in a bad mood, she would also punch and kick Aiden.

The current Aiden had long lost his former lively and mischievous personality. His personality had become gloomy and withdrawn, and he didn't like to talk anymore.

The two were settled by Owen in a run-down house in the suburbs.

Owen told her, "Don't complain about this place. Only by hiding here can you avoid being found by that man."

After speaking, he looked at Aiden and said to Sophia, "You should also fix up this son of yours. Who knows, he might come in handy later."

"Okay."

Sophia took his words to heart.

Although Aiden was young and couldn't help her much, it was still better than being alone.

After Owen left, Sophia called Aiden over.

Aiden stood in front of her like a walking corpse, staring at her blankly.

Sophia tried to soften her tone as she coaxed him, "Aiden, don't you want to go back to the way things were before? Back to Michael's side, where you could have whatever you wanted!"

Aiden stared at her blankly, as if sensing the former gentleness in her tone.

A glimmer of hope suddenly lit up in his previously lifeless eyes.

He quickly nodded and said, "Yes!"

Sophia continued to coax him, "If you want that, then be good and listen to me. As long as you're obedient, I won't hit you anymore."

Aiden nodded again, and immediately responded, "I'll listen to everything Mom says!"

"Good boy."

Sophia flashed a wicked smile.

Owen went back to report to Aurelia and told her about Sophia's situation.

Aurelia was also satisfied and continued to instruct him, "From tomorrow, you'd report Olivia's whereabouts to Sophia each day, the more detailed the better!"

Given Sophia's hatred toward her, she definitely wouldn't hold back.

She was waiting for Sophia to bring her good news.

"Okay!"

Owen quickly went to handle it.

Since Olivia's incident, her whereabouts had been quite simple.

She was either at home or by Andrew's side.

Andrew was quite busy with work, but he wasn't comfortable leaving Olivia alone.

So even when handling business, he would bring her along.

Olivia obediently followed him.

She had completely believed what her family told her and accepted that she and Andrew were husband and wife.

Being by Andrew's side always made her feel especially safe.

Today, she also followed Andrew to Skyward Corporation.

While Andrew worked, she read books on the sofa.

David knocked and came in at this time to report to Andrew about the cooperation with the White Group.

"They sent someone to talk, asking if, for the sake of the relationship between the two families, we could avoid kicking them when they're down."

When Andrew heard this, he smiled faintly.

He knew, of course, that the person must have been sent by Alphonse's side.

They finally couldn't sit still anymore.

Andrew instructed David, "Tell them that Skyward Corporation's cooperation with the White Group has always been for Benjamin's sake. Now the White Group's reputation have affected the project. These cooperations are linked to the government. From the beginning, clauses were added to the contract. If the project progress is delayed because of the White Group, the White Group needs to take responsibility."

In other words, they wouldn't care about the White family's wishes.

David immediately complied, feeling a sense of satisfaction.

This was really the White Group's comeuppance!

Who told them to hurt Benjamin like that before?

Now they dare to come asking for help?

They weren't kicking them when they're down already, which was good enough.

After Alphonse received the news, his face looked terrible. He smashed the cup beside him hard on the ground.

Then gritted his teeth and cursed angrily, "His heart is too cruel! As cruel as Benjamin!"

These past few days, the White Group's bad situation had already made him overwhelmed.

The fact that his proud son and daughter-in-law were murderers had already made many of the White Group's partners afraid to continue cooperating with them.

Some of them were also watching the Hamilton family's attitude and didn't dare to continue cooperating with them.

The White Group's losses were huge.

In just a few days, Alphonse seemed to have aged more than ten years.

Sending someone to talk to Andrew was also his last hope.

He originally thought Andrew would give him some time and respect.

He didn't expect the other party to take him for granted.

He even specifically said that Skyward Corporation agreed to cooperate because of Benjamin.

Alphonse got so angry that his chest hurt. He collapsed onto the sofa, breathing heavily.

Not only were there problems with the company, but these past few days, things at home and with the shareholders had also been chaotic.

The change of leadership at the White Group was also a difficult problem.

His remaining son and daughter couldn't handle the White Group's responsibilities.

As for the branch shareholders, they had already started getting restless, all wanting to seize the president's position.

These past few days, every time they came to see him, they would hint that he was old, ask how long he could control the company, and pressure him to hand over power quickly.

Alphonse was very angry, but facing their questions, he really couldn't refute them.

He was really old.

The company's power would have to be handed over sooner or later.

But if not to them, who could he give it to?

Alphonse realized he is unable to see the White Group's future anymore.

Just then, someone knocked on the office door again.

He wearily pinched the bridge of his nose. After adjusting his emotions, he said to the person outside, "Come in."

Soon, a spirited old man walked in.

This man was named Jerald Baskin. He was a veteran shareholder of the White Group, about the same age as Alphonse, and had retired years ago.

Now, his son had inherited everything from him.

When Jerald was young, he worked alongside Alphonse to build their empire. The two had always had a good relationship.

However, seeing him appear now, Alphonse's face showed obvious displeasure. He questioned, "What, are you here to seize power too?"

Jerald stroked his gray beard and laughed, "Don't you know me? I have no interest in that. When I was young, I never thought about competing with you. Now that I'm at retirement age, I'm even lazier."

Hearing this, Alphonse's expression improved a bit. He softened his tone and asked, "Then why did you come to the company today?"

Jerald sat down on the sofa, sighed, replying, "I can't stand seeing the company in this state. The good White Group has been messed up by you all. After all, my blood and sweat are in this too. Of course I can't just watch the White Group collapse."

Alphonse glanced at him, "So what's your great idea?"

"I'm here to recommend a new leader to you."

As soon as Jerald said this, Alphonse immediately mocked, "You're not going to recommend your son, are you?"

Unexpectedly, Jerald shook his head, "I know what my son is capable of. He doesn't have the leadership ability, and he can't handle such a big responsibility as the White Group. However, there is someone who have this ability."

Alphonse immediately felt a glimmer of hope and asked, "Who?"

"Benjamin."

Jerald didn't beat around the bush and directly called Benjamin.

As soon as this name came out, Alphonse was stunned.

Given their many years of friendship, Jerald didn't hesitate to point out the problem to Alphonse.

"Although his methods were a bit harsh this time, showing no mercy to the White Group. But to be honest, it was the White family who was unkind first, bullying a child like that. I've watched him grow up since he was little. All these years, he's had it tough. Regarding his mother's matter, the White family really should repay this debt. I'm not saying this to take his side, but for the long-term planning of the White Group. Letting him take power is what's best for the White Group. Only with him in charge will the White Group have a chance to reach greater heights in the future. I think you should know this in your heart too. Not to mention how much better Benjamin's personal abilities are than Nick's. Even if he were useless, he still has the strongest connections. Andrew's presence can influence the lifeline of many businesses in Harmony City and even the whole country. Alphonse, you're old, blind and foolish. If you turn back now, there's still time. As an old friend, let me remind you again. The little grandfather-grandson relationship you have left with Benjamin depends on what you choose this time. If you remain stubborn, you'll not only lose the White Group, but you'll also lose this grandson forever."

Jerald eventually finished speaking.

He didn't care if Alphonse listened or not. He quickly got up and left the office.

Alphonse sat on the sofa, lost in thought for a long time.

However, despite not being sure of having figured it out or not, his old face showed even more exhaustion.

"Eloy, go notify all the White Group shareholders to meet in the conference room in half an hour."

Assistant Eloy immediately went to notify them.

Half an hour later, all the White Group shareholders gathered together.

Everyone seemed to know what the purpose of Alphonse calling this meeting was.

The new leader they had been waiting for would be announced at this meeting.

Everyone was very excited.

Alphonse was indeed going to talk about this.

But it didn't go as most of them had thought.

Right from the start, he told them directly, "I think everyone knows the White Group's situation. I'm old and can't manage so much. I can't do this for many more days. While I still have the strength to speak today, I should give everyone an answer. For the new leader, I plan to let Benjamin take over. In the past few days, you elders have all witnessed his abilities in the company. In the future, if the White Group is managed by him, he definitely won't disappoint everyone."