Chapter 953
Lester said, “It seems everyone in the family thinks it’s happening p>
Mignon’s face immediately darkened. The late night at the office had left her looking slightly tired, which only made her aura more imposing.
“I’ll go speak to your grandfather. This isn’t happening, don’t worry.” After reassuring her son, Mignon went straight to Mr. Hill Sr.’s study.
She was gone for over half an hour before she returned.
“Mom, what did Grandpa say p>
“He won’t back down for now. He says he won’t force you, but you have to at least meet her. If you don’t like her, he’ll drop the matter p>
She explained, “Your grandfather truly dotes on you, which is why your uncles are using him as a pawn. They’ve filled his head with nonsense and convinced him that this Naomi girl is some one-in-a-million catch, a perfect match for you. That’s why he’s so set on this p>
She scoffed in displeasure. “After your father passed away, I ran the family business for so many years. Your uncles can’t stand it p>
Lester asked gently, “Is there something wrong with Naomi p>
“There are a few issues with Naomi. I’ve looked into her. She’s capable enough, but
I don’t approve of her character. But the bigger problem is the Lawson family p>
“The Lawson family p>
“That’s right. The Lawson family of old would have been a suitable match. You’re going to be the head of the family one day, and a wife with a powerful family behind her would be a great asset. That’s the argument your uncles used to convince your grandfather p>
“But the Lawson family of today is a sinking ship! They look glamorous on the outside, but they’re already on the verge of collapse. If we fall into their trap and you marry Naom you won’t gain anything. In fact, the Lawsons will likely drag you down with them p>
Lester’s gentle features showed a hint of surprise. “Isn’t Timothy Lawson very capable p>
Mignon shook her head. “He is very capable, but that talent needs to be applied correctly. I’ve had dealingsz with that young man. If he took managing the company seriously, the Lawsons might be able to weather this storm. But from what I’ve observed he clearly knows what the problems are but simply doesn’t care, as if it has nothing to do with him. So, the Lawson family is most likely finished p>
Because everything she had would one day be passed on to her only son, Mignon was exceptionally patient when explaining these things.
“You’ll come to the office with me tomorrow,” she said, her sharp gaze softening as she looked at her son.
Lester nodded, then said, “Won’t they have an issue with that p>
‘They’ had always wanted to get their own sons into the company to meddle in its affairs, but Mignon had blocked them at every turn.
Mignon sneered at his words. “The company may still be in his name, but that’s only because I’m showing your grandfather respect. I could change the name to Calderon anytime I want! After all, this is quits, not the Hill family’s! What does it have to do with them p>
“You are my son. All of this will be yours one day. It’s only natural for you to join the company. Who are they to say otherwise? Does this company have anything to do with them p>
Mignon spoke with absolute confidence.
And this whole mess with the Hill family went back more than twenty years, to a time before Lester was born, when his father was still alive.
Back then, the Hill family had faced a crisis. Fearing they’d be dragged down, the other family members didn’t hesitate to split off, take their share of the assets, publicly disown their parents in the papers, and flee the country with their money.