Chapter 672

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Surprised, Alexis was left speechless.

Beuford, intrigued by the mention of a handwritten letter from Kyler, pressed further: "Is there a handwritten letter from Mr. Kyler Dixon?" Mr. Alexis Dixon, why don't you let us see her?

Alexis hesitated. «Well, it's... It doesn't matter much. It simply speaks to my father's desire to integrate Henley into our lineage..."

"Impossible!" Beuford's interjection cut off the room before Alexis could elaborate.

Beuford's decisive rebuttal stunned the room, and Henley's composure broke, his face darkening with fury.

Henley's hands balled into fists so tight they turned white, and his gaze fixed on Beuford with barely contained rage.

Alexis, nervous and humiliated, insisted in a louder voice: “Beuford, you are speaking out of turn. "This letter summarizes my father's explicit wishes."

Alexis's appeal to Kyler's authority was a desperate attempt to regain control over the narrative.

However, Beuford's response was adamant. «Mr. Kyler Dixon would never authorize such a directive. "He maintained a strict stance against the recognition of any illegitimate descent within the Dixon line, a stance codified within our family statutes to discourage opportunistic claims."

Kyler's legacy was one of moral strength, steadfastly resisting any form of scandal or dishonor. The idea of ​​an illegitimate heir gaining recognition would have been unthinkable under his rule.

Beuford chose not to voice these thoughts, offering Alexis a modicum of respect by withholding a full sentence.

However, the message was clear and Alexis had to reflect on its implications.

Alexis' patience was broken. He slammed his hand on the table, looking at Beuford with intense animosity. “Beuford, while I acknowledge your long services to my father, is it necessary for me to remind you of your position? You are still a servant of this family, nothing more.

Alexis's words were completely lacking in respect, a clear indication of her disregard for decency. With a sudden movement, he ordered his security: “Get this liar out of here!”

However, before they could carry out Alexis' order, Mitchel's reaction was quick and bold. He threw a cup of tea directly at Alexis.

The splash of tea left Alexis soaked and humiliated, a stark visual contrast to his previous arrogance. «Damn insolent! “You…” he began.

But Mitchel interrupted Alexis. “Dad, choose your next words carefully.”

The threat in Mitchel's tone was palpable, silencing Alexis instantly.

At that moment, Alexis felt dwarfed by Mitchel's authority, recognizing that the balance of power had changed profoundly in favor of Mitchel, who presented himself to him not as the young boy he had previously despised, but as a formidable adversary.

Mitchel then stated: “In case some of you do not fully understand the meaning of Beuford's position, let me clarify. To my grandfather, Beuford was much more than a butler.

Alexis, already seething with anger from the unexpected confrontation, was left speechless, dwarfed by Mitchel's imposing presence.

Mitchel expanded on the depth of Beuford's loyalty and bravery. «In times of danger, it was Beuford who stood between my grandfather and the danger, bearing the wounds in his place. "My grandfather himself regarded Beuford not only as a loyal helper, but as a brother, both in life and in danger."

This narrative, familiar to the company's oldest shareholders, underscored the deep bond Kyler and Beuford shared, highlighting Alexis' disrespectful treatment of someone her father regarded as family.

This revelation caused a stir among the shareholders, leading to whispers and glances that left Alexis exposed and humiliated, his previous contempt now turned against him.

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