Chapter 1244 Our People Need Us

Taylor didn't deny Reuben's assertion and raised his head instead. "I can't bear watching you cough up blood all the time. With the Wrays' power growing, Kenton will get what he wants whether we like it or not." "And will you just let him? I've told you countless times—the Southern Cascadia Chamber of Commerce was established to provide our people with necessities during challenging times! "It is our duty as Cascadia's businessmen!" Reuben rebuked. He leaned heavily on his dragon cane as his chest heaved with every breath. Taylor refuted, "Times have changed, Dad. Look around us—the people's living conditions are better now. They no longer need our support. Besides, we businessmen are selfish individuals who only seek profit. "I understand the Chamber of Commerce might fall into the outsiders' hands if we agree to the Wrays' proposal. However, they made that choice themselves. They might even think we're standing in their way to wealth. "After all, the substantial gains from fore