Chapter 1078: Silent Agreement

Chapter 1078: Silent Agreement

In addition, Ayan also mentioned the Armstrong family's situation. He

didn't explicitly say that Page's words were nonsense, but he made it

clear that there were no conflicts between him and the Armstrong

family. As for the videos circulating online, he believed they were

intentionally misleading everyone and stirring up discord between them.

Ayan gave a brief response, and Brody immediately accepted media

interviews.

When asked if Page was in the hospital, Brody replied, "Her recent

mental state hasn't been great due to a heated argument with our

eldest daughter, who left home. She's been overly suspicious and it has

strained her relationship not only with our younger daughter and the

Simpson family but also with me. However, as a husband, it's my

responsibility to be understanding. I just hope she doesn't harm

innocent people due to personal emotions. Regarding her

hospitalization, it was a personal choice because it wasn't the result of

an accident. She had a minor collision while driving, and I immediately

contacted our family doctor, who confirmed there were no health

issues.”

Brody's response effectively communicated that Page's current

situation was a result of her mental health issues. He made it clear that

he had no part in her actions and even tried to manage her emotions,

but Page remained unresponsive.

Brody's actions led to many initially sympathetic netizens, who leaned

towards Page, deleting their videos. Although a small portion of them

questioned if Brody was threatened by Ayan, most believed his

explanation.

After Ayan's clarification and Brody's explanation, many people started

silently apologizing to Camille. Although they didn't directly mention her

in their tweets, their comments displayed remorse. Many of the

previous apologies were still pinned on their personal accounts.

Most people lost interest in the issue because they didn't want to

antagonize the Simpson family over one person's mental health

problems.

Page saw these messages and was absolutely furious. She

immediately called Brody and confronted him: "What's the meaning of

this? Are you trying to betray me? I've worked so hard to manipulate

public opinion, and you want to oppose me like this? Wasn't it you who

told me to get close to Camille and have her on our side?"

Brody's voice was low and intense as he responded, "I told you to get

close to Camille, but I didn't tell you to manipulate public opinion and

harm Camille. Do you realize that the public opinion you're generating

now could bring trouble to us as well? If I didn't do this, both you and I,

along with the entire Armstrong family, would be ruined."

Brody was also very angry, especially when he thought about how

Page knew his secrets but pretended to be oblivious, even reaching out

to work with Camille. This gave Camille and Ayan reasons to threaten

him, and his entire mood was incredibly sour.

The couple continued to argue over the phone, each believing they

were in the right.

Page said to Brody, "You need to clarify immediately that everything

you said earlier was because Ayan threatened you."

Brody responded sternly, "I don't need your threats. If you don't want

this situation to escalate, you better check out of the hospital now.

Otherwise, you won't be welcome at the Armstrong family's doors

anymore.”

Without waiting for Page's response, Brody hung up the phone.

Page was seething with anger. She felt like smashing her phone to

pieces. Her current demeanor was worlds apart from the elegant and

composed lady she used to be. She never imagined she would come

across as aggressive.

But what could she do now?

She couldn't afford to have a full-blown confrontation with Brody,

especially when he still held many things she desired. The most crucial

issue for her was that Brody hadn't transferred the money into her

name yet. What she possessed now was a mere drop in the ocean.

So, as angry as Page was, she had to follow Brody's instructions.

As Page checked out of the hospital, the Armstrong villa welcomed an

unexpected "guest."

Lately, the Wesley family's members had been showing up frequently.

To avoid this, Brody instructed his staff not to open the door for them.

When the butler encountered a man outside the gate and inquired

about his last name and purpose, he reported back to Brody.

Upon hearing the butler's report, Brody's expression stiffened slightly.

He had a cold look in his eyes as he asked, "What does he want?"

The butler replied in a hushed tone, "He mentioned wanting to discuss

a partnership with you regarding recent matters. He claims he can help

you resolve the current difficulties.”

Recent events had indeed been quite overwhelming, and Brody was

feeling exhausted.

Because he recognized the man and was aware of his previous

actions, combined with the recent events, Brody held a slight

admiration for this individual. The fact that this man had the courage to

challenge Ayan face to face indicated a certain level of audacity.

After a few moments of contemplation, Brody said, "Please, let him in."

The butler nodded and went to invite the man inside. Brody was

already seated in the living room, waiting.

The tall man entered the room, and Brody gestured for him to take a

seat. The man sat across from Brody, maintaining a gentle and

composed smile. He said, “It's not easy to meet Master Armstrong

lately.”

Brody, who showed no false humility, responded, "I've been quite busy

recently and don't wish to meet with people I'm not familiar with,

especially when there's no business.”

The man nodded, still smiling gently. He said, "Since Master Armstrong

should have some knowledge of our connection, we should have

become friends a long time ago.”

As soon as the man mentioned their connection, Brody's expression

changed subtly. His eyes narrowed, and a hint of coldness appeared in

his gaze. He said, "Get to the point. As for the past, I don't want to bring

it up now. You know very well what kind of price and loss I've suffered

because of the person you alluded to."

The man chuckled and said, "The losses and costs Master Armstrong

mentioned, aren't they something you tacitly accepted, knowing well

what would happen?"

Brody remained silent but his expression soured further.

The man didn't press the topic and continued, “I'm not here to discuss

Armstrong Corp with Master Armstrong today. I've come to propose a

partnership.”

Brody inquired, "What kind of partnership?"

“I can help Master Armstrong resolve the current troubles, ensuring that

the Wesley family members return to Chesen City and no longer bother

you or the entire Armstrong family."

Brody asked, "What do you want in return?"

The man replied with a smile, "I don't want anything."

But Brody wasn't convinced. He said, "You expect me to believe that

you're helping me without wanting anything in return? I'm not a naive

child. I don't think there are truly selfless people in this world."

The man remained unfazed and continued to speak with the same tone

and gaze. He said, "I genuinely don't have any conditions. If you insist

on a condition, it's that I hope to stay by your side. You want to reclaim

Armstrong Corp, don't you? I can help you with that. After all, you've

witnessed my capabilities. I have my own aspirations as well, and one

of them is establishing myself in Hance City."

The man's words were candid, with no hidden agenda. He shared all of

his thoughts and intentions with Brody. He understood that Brody was

naturally distrustful, and without full disclosure, Brody wouldn't believe

him.

Even though he was forthright, there was still a lack of trust in Brody's

eyes. Brody glanced at him indifferently and spoke in a distant tone,

“You're ambitious, wanting to establish yourself in Hance City. Do you

realize how much money it takes to establish a foothold there? You

want to gain substantial benefits and profits from me with minor

concessions. Your scheme is quite grand.”