Chapter 490

Lucas and Fred had long intended for Andrew to eventually take over the family's leadership. However, Andrew had been away from the family for years, and there were many things he still needed to get accustomed to. They also wanted to observe if Andrew had the necessary talent for managing the family's affairs. Only a few weeks after his return, Lucas had already made up his mind. Clearly, he was eager to pass on the responsibility sooner rather than later. "I don't want to wait any longer," Lucas said with conviction. "Sooner or later, Andy will have to bear this burden. Besides, you're still around to keep an eye on things for a few more years, aren't you?" He continued, "From what I've heard about the Samson and Graham families lately, it's obvious Andrew played a part. His capabilities are beyond doubt—he's more than ready to lead this family." Lucas spoke frankly, dropping all pretense before Fred, revealing his true thoughts. Fred sighed softly. "You've carried this weight f