Chapter 25

Gerald's expression relaxed as he approached me and patted my shoulder. "Josh, I appreciate your hard work." I shook my head and replied politely, "Dad, I'm just doing my job. It's not a big deal." In Gerald's eyes, I was the dutiful son. Every word he spoke was etched in my mind, and I wouldn't dare forget them. Whatever tasks he handed down, I committed myself fully to accomplishing them. I worked hard to be his ideal son—respectful, responsible, obedient, and dutiful. I wanted to show him I appreciated everything he had done for me. If he was pleased with me, it might give me a chance to save my sister. "Ugh, what a phony!" Racquelle glared at me venomously and gritted her teeth. "Aren't you going to shut up?" Gerald frowned deeply. Although she felt aggrieved, she didn't dare to make a scene in front of him. "Josh, take a seat." He led me to the couch and gestured for me to sit. His eyes fell on the shredded paper on the floor, and he said earnestly, "I've spoiled Racq