Chapter 229: The Slighted

"Sophie, show some respect. Don't interrupt Master Mitchell!" "Yeah, really thinking too highly of yourself." Sophie's single objection instantly drew a slew of disapprovals. She felt a chill run through her as she realized, even without her departure, the warmth had already faded. Indeed, the hardest things to face in this world are the sun and the human heart. Joseph glanced at everyone and then at Sophie, his face growing increasingly stern. "Today's meeting was to gather everyone's opinions on whether Gabriel should return to the family, considering the thirty billion investment," he said. As Joseph finished, everyone but Sophie nodded in agreement. "Alright then, the majority rules. Starting today, Gabriel is back in the family, fully in charge of the dealings with the overseas conglomerate," Joseph announced and then rose to leave the room. Ten minutes later, Sophie was left alone in the meeting room, struggling to comprehend Gabriel's sudden return to the family. She was