Nathan remained silent, his expression tight-lipped and contemtive.


    Undeterred, Kern continued, “Your grandfather suggests that if you wish to discipline Ronan, thirtyshes should suffice, sparing him from being sent to a high-security prison.


    After all, he’s your cousin.


    Why subject him to such torment?”


    Nathan’s tone shifted.


    “If grandfather can provide the truth about my parents’ car ident, then I’ll consider releasing them.


    ”


    Kern’s face first showed a hint of fear, but he quickly masked it and asked, “What do you mean by the truth? Do you think your grandfather, who once dominated both the military and business worlds, would deceive you?”


    Nathan lowered his head and remained silent.


    However, his indifferent and cold expression spoke volumes of his skepticism.


    “Mr.


    Payne…”


    “Kern, just go back and tell my grandpa exactly what I said.


    He knows what answer I’m looking for.


    ”This belongs to N?velDrama.Org - ?.


    “Mr.


    Payne, I…” Kern tried again.


    Ignoring him, Nathan got up, walked to his desk, sat down, and began to work, effectively ignoring Kern’s presence.


    It was clear that Nathan wanted Kern to leave.


    Kern sighed deeply and said, “I will convey your message to your grandfather.


    I should returnter today.


    ”


    At this, Nathan frowned.


    He caught the urgency in Kern’s words and watched his back with a serious gaze.


    He warned Mylo to reveal the truth before ten tonight; otherwise, Ronan would be sent back to his previous cell.


    It appeared that his grandfather would send Kern backter to resolve the issues between him, Ronan, and Mylo within the day.


    Nathan realized that his grandfather was aware of all his activities at the National Security Bureau.


    Was one of his grandfather’s trusted former aides keeping tabs on him?


    Nathan’s thoughts grewplicated.


    Various things flooded his mind, leaving him feeling upset and disoriented.


    Just then, a brief ringtone indicated an iing MSN message.


    He nced at it casually but picked up his phone immediately when he saw that the sender was Lucinda.


    “How’s everything going? Do you want to have dinner together tonight?”


    Nathan stared at the message for a while, thinking about Mylo’s stubborn temperament.


    He knew Mylo wouldn’t easily give in until thest moment.


    He typed his reply reluctantly, “I am sorry, but I have to work tonight.


    I’ll make it up to you next time.


    ”


    “How Long will you be working?”