The Secret of the Deputy

Chapter 3

Martha glanced at the younger members of her family from the corner of her eyes, her expression unchanged even though they were silent. "I might as well take the opportunity to make an announcement on this particular occasion".

The younger generation of Yorks gulped in understanding as well as helplessness.

"Whoever manages to help the York family gain the support of Novem Group will be given a CEO position at one of our companies. And if you do it better..."

Martha smiled. Instead of continuing, he turned to the crowd. "You all know that I never retracted my words, but I didn't get a single response from either of you. Are you afraid that I will break my promise? I'm not concerned which branch of the family you're in as long as you have York as your last name. Every guest here will be my witness! Anyone who completes this mission will soon be promoted to CEO, while those who are already CEOs will be promoted to chairman! You will also soon receive a 10% stake in the group. Does no one accept that challenge? ".

Silence happens too.

Martha had not expected, among her dozens of grandchildren, not a single one would dare to go against her. Even his beloved Cedric kept his head down in silence.

The elderly woman shook her head in disappointment at her own thoughts.

Just as he was about to let the matter slide, a voice finally sounded. "We're gonna do it".

"Huh?"

"Who is that?"

"Who is that?"

In an instant, everyone exchanged glances and chattered with each other.

The moment they finally traced the source of the voice that they were filled with shock and humiliation.

"Areally it was him?"

"I didn't think that trash would dare to open his mouth".

"Truly comedian".

That man is none other than Travis.

Martha looked at him scornfully. "Are you deaf, Travis? I'm talking to grandchildren & ltmy & gt! Is your last name York? "

Travis smiles. "I didn't say I'd be in it. I'm talking about Quinn. Let him try ".

Then, he pushed Quinn forward.

Quinn exploded as if in contact with an electric current. "Are you crazy, Travis?! What are you doing without even asking my permission? "

He quickly turned to Martha. "No, Grandma! I don't - "

& ltHe's a useless loser! & gt

"Not doing what? If you have the guts to argue, why don't you have the guts to say yes? ". Cedric asked while holding onto the opportunity. "Or are you just doing a prank on Grandma?. Do you like to play with him? "

"No!" Quinn denied.

"Wouldn't" Martha commented as she looked at Quinn. At least someone finally spoke up, which was much better than being greeted with complete silence.

"I leave it to you, then, but I'll warn you right now. You'll soon be given the role of CEO if you succeed, but if you don't, you'll be demoted. You'll just be motivated with a little pressure ", Martha commented insipidly.

"But Grandma"

"That's enough. It's decided ". Martha refused an answer no.

"Travis, you son of a bitch! Is this what you mean to realize my wish? ". Quinn wanted to slap Travis in the face, but he was so disgusted that he didn't even want to raise his hand anymore.

With that, he ran out, crying.

The crowd discussed amongst themselves amusedly. "Heheh! I can't wait to see what happens next ".

"I think he'll divorce her tomorrow".

"Tomorrow? I'm sure it will happen tonight! Ha ha ha ha! "

Ignoring the guests, Travis runs out as well, but Quinn is nowhere to be found.

After searching for him all day without success, he could only return home and wish he was there as well.

Travis opens the door and finds his mother-in-law, Linda, watching TV while enjoying a foot bath.

"Why are you alone? Where's my daughter? " ask Linda after realizing that Travis has returned alone.

"I pissed him off... Has he not returned yet? Can you call her, Mom? He didn't pick it up, "Travis replied anxiously.

"What's? You're small..." Linda became angry.

& and how dare this trash piss my daughter off? Does he have a death wish? & gt

Suppressing his anger, he pointed at Travis while gritting his teeth. "I'll deal with you later!"

Then, he pulled out his phone and dialed Quinn's number.

It didn't take long for Quinn to pick him up. "Hey, Mom. What was? "

"Where are you, Quinn? Why haven't you come home yet? ". ask Linda.

"Oh, I'm having dinner with a friend. Actually, he's taking me home now. I'll be right back with the real ", replied Quinn. "Is there something going on?"

"Not everything. I'm just asking. Everything is fine as long as you get back. Good bye! " Linda hung up the phone right after.

Travis breathed a sigh of relief. He fears Quinn will end up doing something unimaginable in his own life, given how he took action on his own for not having the time to explain anything.

"Why are you still standing there, you piece of trash?. Go here and pour the water! " the order of Linda is furious. "You dare to piss my daughter off!"

Travis remained calm and let Linda snap at him as she pleased. As he walked to the basin of water that had been used to soak the woman's feet and pick it up, he suddenly frowned. "Mom, are you sick?"

Linda froze for a moment before shouting, "You're the one who's sick! Your whole family's fucked! "

"I'm serious, Mom. The smell of the water was a little different than usual. There must be something wrong with your stomach if there is an acidic smell coming out of the water. Is that something you've been eating lately? "

"Please! I practice yoga and get spa treatments every day. You have no idea how healthy I am. Besides, you're the one who cooks all the food. If there's something wrong with my stomach, it's your fault! Oh? Are you thinking of poisoning me? You scum! I can't believe you're thinking such horrible thoughts just because I told you to leave! "

Travis pursed his lips. How else would it be if Linda didn't believe it, but she's the King of the Pack. As a skilled person who had gone through many trials and tribulations, he definitely had some medical knowledge and was completely convinced that Linda had eaten something dangerous.

The man poured water in the bathroom before returning to his own bedroom, which used to be a workspace. Taking the card that Drakken had given her the previous day, she hesitated for a moment before calling the number listed there.

"My lord! I know you will never leave the Blood Wolf! " Drakken exclaims by phone.