Chapter 1299

Peter stared blankly for a moment, thrown off by Grace's rapid-fire responses. He replied with a huff, "I thought you were so noble. You were just criticizing Hazel and James for not wanting to take over the company. And here I was, thinking you were somehow different." Grace reached across the table to grab a lettuce leaf. "Dad, do you really think someone who's been friends with Hazel and James for over a decade would turn out any different? If they're lazy about it, I'm not gonna be some model of ambition either." Peter opened his mouth to argue but found himself at a loss. So, instead of engaging in a verbal battle with Grace, he shifted his attention to Oliver. He said, "Oliver, you really need to be firmer with James. He's still young. Sometimes kids don't know what's best for them. You can't just let him avoid his responsibilities whenever he feels like it." Grace had just taken a bite of her lettuce and was about to balance the meal with some meat when she snorted through