Revenge of the Konglomerate's Son-in-law

Part 10

Xavier furrows his brow. The sudden bright light hitting his face forces him to open his eyes.

"Daddy?"

He rises from his bed, staring blankly at his father.

"Good morning, son!"

Zavier extends his arms, small strides bringing him closer to his child, embracing him tightly.

Xavier, feeling uncomfortable, tries to free himself from the tight hug.

"Why are you here?" Xavier asks bluntly.

Zavier smiles, accustomed to his son's cold remarks. "Your home is my home too. I just miss my dear son."

Xavier rolls his eyes, clearly unimpressed by his father's talk.

"Is he threatening you? Do you want Daddy to help you?" Xavier turns and stares at him intensely.

"Do you think I'm a helpless child clinging to his parents? I can handle everything on my own."

Zavier grins; this is his son. He's pleased to see his grown-up child.

"Why don't you want Daddy to announce as CEO in your own company? Has something happened?" Zavier questions his son.

"That's my decision."

Zavier knows his son is hiding something, but no matter how well Xavier conceals it, Zavier can easily read him.

"What plans do you have?"

Zavier gazes closely at his son, who seems surprised by his inquiry. Quickly, Xavier neutralizes his expression so that Papa can't read him deeper.

"None."

"In your veins runs my cold blood, Xavier. You can't hide anything from me."

Xavier sighs. "Traitors need a slow lesson. It's better to make them suffer than to witness their swift downfall."

As expected, Xavier has a plan.

"Alright. Daddy entrusts everything to you. If you need anything, just tell Daddy."

Xavier nods, feeling awkward being near father after some time without interaction.

"10.15."

Xavier tilts his head, gazing at the middle-aged man about to leave his room. His eyebrows raise, questioning the meaning behind the man's words.

"I've sent the location. You can check it. Dress neatly and cleanly. Don't disappoint me."

Without further explanation, Zavier walks away, leaving his son submerged in numerous questions. However, before completely leaving, Zavier reappears, only showing half of his body at the door.

"Don't forget to turn on your TV. You might like the recent news that's been circulating."

Once again, the middle-aged man leaves Xavier with a multitude of question marks in his head.

Before Xavier can figure out the purpose behind the mentioned 10.15, Zavier adds another responsibility for him.

Trying to ignore it all, Xavier's eyes glance at the wall clock, indicating 9:25 in the morning.

Xavier mutters. Despite his reluctance, his father has made it clear to him.

Reluctantly, Xavier must follow his father's instructions. With a heavy heart, he heads towards the bathroom.

Completing the ritual he should have done.

This morning, Xavier looks charming in a white shirt rolled up to his elbows. Paired with black jeans with slight knee tears, it creates a perfect ensemble on him.

"Good morning, Young Master."

All the servants bow respectfully to their Young Master. Xavier nods, walking towards his dining table with focus.

"Good morning, Young Master."

Zeyn comes to greet him, standing there seemingly unnoticed until now.

However, every morning he waits for his Young Master, ensuring Xavier has had his breakfast.

"Your breakfast, sir."

A servant presents Xavier's morning meal. He nods, starting to eat his breakfast.

"Today, I'll be going out. You stay here. Keep me informed about what happens in the mansion."

"But, Young Master, I..."

"This is my command. I don't expect any objections from you."

Zeyn falls silent, nodding in obedience.

After finishing his breakfast, Xavier walks out. He wears his black jeans jacket, giving him a bachelor-like appearance.

But before Xavier leaves his mansion, his gaze unintentionally falls on the TV in his living room. He remembers his father's words just before leaving, uncertain about which morning news the middle-aged man referred to.

Xavier doesn't have any guesses either.

Click!

Xavier presses the button to turn on the TV.

[Breaking news! Prominent businessman Victor is rumored to be getting close to a rising business girl. They've been spotted together at several major events. Could they be going public soon? We can only wait for their confirmation...]

Beep!

Xavier tightens his grip on the remote. Next to him, Zeyn is prepared in case Xavier erupts.

However, contrary to expectations, Xavier acts nonchalant as if nothing happened.

"Trash news," he mutters faintly.

Xavier shifts his gaze to his subordinate. "Remember my message. Keep me updated on the mansion's status while I'm away."

He instructs before truly departing.

He drives his car at a moderate speed, following every direction indicated by the maps on his phone.

"A restaurant?"

Xavier's thoughts are instantly diverted. No longer dwelling on the trashy games played by his ex-wife and manager in his company.

Now, Xavier only wonders why he's taken to a restaurant in meticulously forced attire.

"Is there a client to meet?"

If what crosses Xavier's mind is true, Zeyn should have informed him about it.

It seems, for once, there's something unrelated to his work.

-Daddy

[I've arrived.]

-My Son

[Table number 13. Meet me there.]

Xavier turns off his phone screen. He then puts his phone back into his pants pocket.

The man walks with his poker face, his captivating appearance drawing many eyes in the restaurant. Some even openly praise him.

Soon, Xavier spots a middle-aged man waving at him. He immediately approaches the man. Xavier looks puzzled when he sees a small unfamiliar bag on the empty chair.

"Hey! Sit here."

Zavier directs his son to sit beside him, not allowing Xavier to take the empty seat with the small bag in front of it.

"What's wrong with that seat?" Xavier asks.

"Just sit here. You'll find out later."

Xavier gives in. He sits next to his father.

"How was your journey? Quite something, isn't it? I offered you another place, but you insisted on building it in the countryside."

Just as Xavier is about to respond, someone arrives in haste.

"Sorry, Uncle. Mom called suddenly, so it took a while."

Zavier and Xavier both shift their gaze.

"It's okay. Oh yes, since you're here. Let me introduce. This is Uncle's son, Xavier. You'll be staying with him and taking care of him."

"What?!"

Xavier widens his eyes, as if just hearing a crazy idea from his father.