Chapter 468

Mr. Thompson Sr. was old-fashioned and held a strong dislike for businessmen.
So when his younger son, Frank, had wanted to go into business, he had opposed it so fiercely that he nearly disowned him.
Frank had become the wealthiest man in Istra without relying on a single resource or connection from the Thompson family. His journey had not been easy.
Mr. Thompson Sr. ignored Frank and Noah, his gaze falling directly on his youngest grandson, Bennett.
“Your commander visited me before the Christmas. He spoke highly of you; you did well on that last mission. After the Christmas, your entire regiment is being retired, and you’ll be moved again. This is a sign of the organization’s trust and a test for you. Work hard, and don’t bring shame to the Thompson name
Though his words were a stern admonition, a rare hint of satisfaction showed in his severe eyes.
Not yet thirty, Bennett was already a full regimental commander. He was the youngest of his rank in the entire army-a truly promising young talent with a boundless future.
When Mr. Thompson Sr.’s old subordinates visited, it was his youngest grandson they praised the most.
Outwardly, Mr. Thompson Sr. was modest, but inwardly, he was undoubtedly pleased.
The Thompson family had a military tradition spanning generations. Both of his brothers had died on the battlefield as heroes and martyrs. The Thompson military spirit could not be allowed to die out.
Now that he had this grandson to carry on the family legacy, Mr. Thompson Sr. felt he could finally rest in peace when his time came.
When Bennett spoke with Mr. Thompson Sr., he showed none of Tobias’s anxiety.
He was composed and articulate, even contradicting the old man when he felt he was wrong.
Instead of getting angry at being contradicted, Mr. Thompson Sr. would actually consider his grandson’s point and try to understand it.
After their conversation, Mr. Thompson Sr. was clearly very satisfied, and in a rare gesture, he served Bennett a piece of fish.
But Bennett didn’t indulge him, leaving the fish untouched.
“Why isn’t Bennett eating the fish?” Mrs. Dana Thompson asked, confused.
“My girlfriend is allergic to seafood, so I haven’t been eating much of it lately,” Bennett said casually, helping himself to a pork rib.
Most of the younger Thompsons knew about Bennett and Yolanda’s breakup, but the older generation was not yet aware of his new relationship with Yvonne.
“You have a new girlfriend?” Mr. Thompson Sr. asked, his tone as stern as ever. “Yes,” Bennett nodded.
Mr. Thompson Sr. nodded. He never interfered much in the younger generation’s love lives. He only advised, The Walker family has been aimbing too fast in recent years. Ambition that strong camonly spell trouble. You were right to break up with their daughter. The Thompsons have no need for strategic alliances. As long as the girl comes from a clean background and has good character, that’s enough.”
“Yes, Grandpa. I understand,” Bennett replied with a gentle smile.
After speaking with his eldest son and youngest grandson, Mr. Thompson Sr. fell silent and focused on his meal. Tobias and Frank Occasionally toasted their father, and he graciously drank with them each time.
Mrs. Dana Thompson had always gotten along well with Emma.
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Emma was easygoing and generous, never one to split hairs. In all their years as in-laws, they had. never had a single argument. This time, when Emma was hospitalized, Mrs. Dana Thompson had made point to visit her early in the morning before rushing back to the old man’s house.

In previous years, Mrs. Dana Thompson would always sit and chat with Emma. With
her sister-in-law absent, she could only talk with her own daughter-in-law and granddaughter.