Salute To The General

Chapter 1085 A Phone Call That Will Get You In Deep Trouble

Not long after, Keith came to his senses and gave a condescending smile, "Kiddo, do you know theconsequences of speaking to me in this manner?" Anyone could detect the threat cues in hisquestion.

Benson was the first to panic. He tried to save the situation by courteously reminding the furiousKeith to be kind to Nathan before he tried to justify his interruption as a family member, "He's myson-in-law, Keith."

But Keith Johnson was a high-ranked official from Brimmopolis! His retirement did not change hishigh profile nor take away his arrogance and temper he had developed over the years.novelbin

In actual fact, he had never valued the Smith family, let alone acknowledged any businessman fortheir success, wealth or social status.

Had not for his interest in Penny's business to generate income to support his post-retirementlifestyle, he would never have visited the Smiths or catch up with them.

Although he was planning on getting involved in Penny's business, he did not give a damn aboutthe family backgrounds of the Smiths. In fact, he subconsciously thought he was high and mighty,so much so that the Smiths were dying to gain his favor.

Even after listening to Benson's pleas, Keith still did not change his attitude towards Nathan.Instead, he teased him further, "Benson, so this fellow was the one who did a hard sell on himself tobecome your son-in-law for money?"

Benson's face turned bright red, and he was unbearably embarrassed.

Keith looked at Nathan and continued, "A young man like you should keep both feet on the ground.Don't be an opportunist trying to gain benefits by deceiving others. There's nothing wrong for you to

suck up to your father-in-law, but do you know how pathetic you made him look when he wascaught smoking the fake cigars you gave him? That's entirely your fault."

After working as a high-position figure for a very long time, Keith had gotten so used to speaking insuch a proud manner, always thinking he was above everyone else.

He did not stop sneering and mocking Nathan. He wanted to see the latter feel extremely awkward,embarrassed, fearful and despair. He was looking forward to seeing Nathan blush in humiliationwhile looking and feeling indignant and miserable.

However, Nathan's calm composure and unchanged facial expression disappointed him.

Nathan turned to Sean and asked collectedly, "Dad, is he a friend of yours?"

Nathan could tell right that Sean was fuming inside. He hesitated, "Err..."

Nathan snarled, "It seems like you can't confirm that this person is your friend! My idea of friendshipis when both parties offer mutual respect to each other, respecting themselves and also others. Idespise those who take advantage of the people they called 'friends', only to look down on them. Iusually respond to these kinds of people in one way, I'll get rid of them!"

At that, Nathan turned to look at Keith whose expression had become very unpleasant. The formerthen said in an icy tone, "That's right, I'm referring to you. You're not welcome here. Leave now,would you?"

Keith's face flushed beet red upon hearing those words.

Palpitating with fury and fear, he snapped, "Even Sean doesn't dare to talk to me like that! Whatmore a dependent like you showing such disgraceful attitude? Do you know that with just onephone call to the officials in Channing, the whole Smith family will get into deep trouble instantly?"

Nathan smirked. "You sure? You can make that phone call right now. Do you have the number ofChanning's mayor? If you don't, let me provide that for you. It's..."

Keith was taken aback while everyone at the scene looked at one another.

Such a situation certainly infuriated Keith. Once he regained his focus, he hastily took out his phoneto call the mayor of Channing, Russell Crow.

The call was picked up immediately.

Russell spoke politely to Keith. They had met each other at a recent banquet thrown by Keith whenhe had first returned to his hometown, so Russell was quite familiar with the man.

Once the line was connected, Keith complained bluntly to the mayor, "Mr. Mayor, some snobbishbusinessmen in Channing are being ridiculous. They communicate with a terrible attitude. Don't youthink they need to be taught a lesson?"

As Keith spoke, he glared at Nathan and scoffed.

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