Chapter 149

Cecilia took one look at the silent Frederick and immediately understood that Phoebe had intimidated him into deciding against attending Cyrus' business opening. Phoebe wasn't even married to William yet, but she was already throwing her weight around and threatening others. If the opening turned out to be a failure, it would be an embarrassment for Cyrus in front of the whole medical community in Jorsproburgh, just as he was trying to establish himself. Cecilia had a straightforward personality and was ready to stand her ground. "Dad, we've known the Johnsons for a long time. It's only right that we go and celebrate his business reopening, isn't it?" Frederick lit a cigarette, his mood worsening. He should go. After all, Cyrus had supplied him with the best Dragon White Herb. But he also found himself increasingly displeased with Cyrus for being so charming that his beloved daughter was completely taken with him. The more Cecilia cared about Cyrus, the more irritated Frederick