Rebirth Revenge Is Everything (Ariana) novel Chapter 289

Perhaps, in the past, he may have had a bit of fondness for Beverly, but now he was filled with nothing but disgust.

Such an incident within a large family was as good as a massive scandal.

He had never thought that Beverly would dare do such a thing.

It was rather unexpected.

However, she should be prepared for the consequences since she dared to do it. A hint of sinister resentment flashed quickly in the eyes of the Old Mr. Stone.

The second uncle kept a stern face throughout, but if one paid close attention, it was evident he took pleasure in his older brother's disaster. The eldest uncle didn't notice, but he could surely guess hence, his face turned even darker - darker than ink.

Old Mr. Stone was extremely annoyed at the moment. He didn't want to bother about them, so he said, "Alright, all of you leave now. But I hope such a thing does not happen again. You tell Jin Yu to bear in mind his boundaries. Even if he's angry, he can't go too far. The Stone family still needs the matrimonial alliance with the Lawrence family, understand?"

The eldest uncle, replied with a strained smile, "...Understood."

The gloating look on the second uncle's face became even more evident.

If he was previously envious of Arnold for marrying Beverly, now he was filled with relief. With such an incident, Arnold's impression in old Mr. Stone's heart would inevitably decline.

What's the use of the marriage alliance with the Lawrence family?

Losing the favor of the old man was the most important thing.

If nothing unexpected happens, Arnold would perhaps have no chance of becoming the heir. How could this not excite and stimulate him? However, he dared not show it too openly, in case the old man sees through him.

Eventually, after a few cold words from the old man, the three of them prepared to leave.

But just before they left, Old Mr. Stone suddenly said in a low tone, "Hugh, stay. I have a matter to discuss with you."

The eldest uncle and second uncle were momentarily taken aback, exchanging glances before turning their gaze onto the third brother. Their expressions were indecipherable.

Hugh also felt a knot in his stomach.

He took a deep breath and then turned his head slightly to them, giving a mere acknowledgment, "Uh-huh."

The eldest uncle and second uncle didn't stick around any longer. They gave Hugh a puzzled look before they both left.

After the sound of the study door being shut resounded, Old Mr. Stone slowly turned around. He looked expressionlessly at his third son before he coldly sat down on a chair, his voice devoid of any emotion as he coldly asked, "Do you know why I have asked you to stay?"

Cold sweat began to form on Hugh's face. He slightly raised his head and replied, "I don't know. Dad, has something happened?"

After a while, he raised his head with some difficulty and said, "Dad, perhaps there's a misunderstanding here. I trust Lambert; I don't think he would harm the Stone family without reason."

It was as if the Old Mr. Stone heard a good joke, he chuckled, "Oh? So, by your words, it's the Stone family that did something to him and caused his revenge? Is that not unprovoked?"

Mujian Hao felt helpless, "Dad, I didn't mean that. I'm saying that Lambert isn't that kind of kid."

Old Mr. Stone waved his hand interrupting him, "I don't want to hear any other reasoning. The current outcome is his doing. Hugh, although you've always been lowkey since childhood, I've never ignored you. I've always been fair to you three brothers. Even when you hid such a big matter from me, I eventually agreed to let Lambert stay. But what I didn't expect was, my moment of kindness resulted in today's situation."

Hugh panicked, he knew his father was truly angry.

He hastily defended his son, "Dad, there must be a misunderstanding here. I'll call Lambert later to inquire about this. It can't be his doing."

Old Mr. Stone was enraged again. He sternly glared at his third son, "Not his doing? Are you saying the result I found was wrong? Even if this matter truly isn't his fault and there's a misunderstanding; the mere fact that his name came up proved these things were related to him. Are you still going to deny it?"

Hugh paused, he was silent for a while and then he finally retreated a few steps, then… he slowly knelt down, his voice hoarse begging, "Dad, Lambert is the only son of Jolene and me. Please, forgive him this time. I believe he didn't do this intentionally. Even if he intended revenge against Beverly, he would still consider the Stone family because the Stone family is the one who raised him."

Old Mr. Stone's face was still expressionless. He looked at his kneeling son with no sign of sympathy.

Hugh gritted his teeth and continued pleading, "Dad, if you really can't forgive Lambert, I'm willing to take the consequences for this incident. After all, I'm Lambert's father, his actions are a result of my poor education."