Chapter 203

Chapter 203 Prevention They arrived at the dining room, but another servant came and whispered

something to Mr. Jackson. Mr. Jackson nodded. “Let him in.” He looked at Elijah and Leanna. “We have

another guest.” He smiled. “A minute, please.” One of the servants led the guest in, and Leanna was

surprised to see him. “Mr. Morris?” William looked at her and nodded. “Miss McKinney.” Mr. Jackson

asked, “You know each other?” Leanna wanted to say something, but she had no idea how to answer.

William smiled and stepped in to rescue her. “We’ve met before.” “I see. Fate works in magical ways.”

Mr. Jackson introduced William and Elijah to each other. “Your reputation precedes you, Mr. Parker. As

young and successful as I thought you’d be,” William said. Elijah shook his hand. “Hello, Mr. Morris,” he

said. Mr. Jackson laughed. “Well, don’t just stand there. Sit.” Right after they took their seats, another

servant hurried inside and whispered something to Mr. Jackson. This time, the old gentleman looked

surprised. “Why is he here?” William said, “I invited him.” Mr. Jackson nodded and raised his hand,

telling the servant to invite the new guest inside. As they chatted, William suddenly gave Leanna an

apologetic look. “I’m so sorry, Miss McKinney. I had no idea you were here.”

Elijah frowned, but he said nothing. Leanna froze. William hadn’t told her the identity of the guest he

invited, but she could guess who it was. This is some stupid joke. She put on a dry smile. “I-It’s alright.”

That was the best thing she could come up with. Aidan entered the scene eventually, and he was

surprised to see Leanna around, so he stared at her for a few moments. Leanna was a little uneasy

with that stare, so she drank some water to hide her embarrassment. A simple greeting later, Aidan

took the seat across from Leanna. He still looked as inscrutable as ever. Mr. Jackson said, “This is the

first time I have had this many guests here. It’s an honor. I see everyone’s acquainted. No need for

introductions then. Let’s dig in.” William raised his glass. “I’m sorry for coming uninvited, Mr. Jackson.”

“What’s with the formality? I told you you can come whenever you want, didn’t I? Be at home.”

Aidan said, “I didn’t know you’re acquainted with Mr. Jackson.” William smiled. “We met at a forum

abroad.” Mr. Jackson nodded. “Yeah. I thought he felt familiar when we first met. Turns out he’s also a

Highsider.” William smiled, but he didn’t elaborate. Aidan quipped, “I heard that the Zielinskies are

harassing Mr. Parker lately. Even came to see Mr. Jackson for that. So, how’d it go?” Mr. Jackson’s

face fell. So he’s starting to get to that conversation, huh? Elijah said, “It’s settled, but thanks for your

concern.” Aidan sneered. “I see you put in a lot of effort to that end, Mr. Parker.” “Just doing my job.”

Mr. Jackson coughed. “Yes, yes. It’s settled, so let’s brush it aside. It’s a family dinner, so let’s talk

about something else.” Aidan continued, “I see. May I ask a personal question then, Mr. Parker?” Elijah

stared back at him defiantly. “And what will that question be?” Leanna, William, and even Mr. Jackson

noticed the tension in the air. It felt like something would go off and raze everything to the ground in the

next moment. Aidan asked coolly, “You’re not getting any younger.

Shouldn’t you find a partner by now?” “You first.” Crap. My water’s almost gone. But I still have no idea

how to defuse this. Aidan replied, “No, you’re in more of a hurry. I don’t want you going after someone

else’s wife.” Leanna choked on the last bit of water. Elijah noticed that and patted her back right away.

“Are you alright, Leanna?” Leanna shook her head. She said, “I need to use the bathroom.” Elijah got

up as well. “This is your first time here, so I’ll show you the way.” Just before they could leave, Aidan

came with them. Elijah turned around. “What are you doing, President Pearson?” “I need to use the

bathroom as well. Lead the way please, Mr. Parker.” Weirdo. After the trio was gone, reality dawned on

Mr. Jackson. “Is Aidan dating Miss McKinney?” William answered, “No.They just got divorced.” Ah, so

that’s how it is. No wonder Sienna said all that to her back in the tea room. Mr. Jackson waited for a

little while longer to make sure that the trio was out of earshot, then he asked solemnly, “I thought he’s

coming back after Christmas. Why is he here already?” William poured himself a cup of tea and

explained, “The Crossleys are up to something, and this is the perfect chance to execute the plan.” Mr.

Jackson knew a little of the feud between the Crossleys and Pearsons. “And that’s why you brought

him here?” William smiled. “He’s still young. Yes, he’s fierce and capable, but the Crossleys are

powerful, and their network is complex. He can’t tear them down all by himself.” “You want to use him

to…” Mr. Jackson didn’t finish the sentence, but they both knew what he was trying to say. Aidan and

the Crossleys were at loggerheads. Using him to destroy them was the most inconspicuous way to get

involved. That’s logical, but…

“But why is his ex-wife involved? I’ve heard about her. She’s just a girl whose life was not kind to her.”

William poured some tea into his cup. “Honestly, I don’t get him either. He’s young, but the Pearsons

and Crossleys are wary of him.

They even formed an alliance just to destroy him.” Mr. Jackson sighed. “He’s talented enough to shine

wherever he goes, but just because of the Pearsons’ stupidity, he’s dubbed an illegitimate son. Ever

since he was taken back into the fold, the Zielinskies have tried to make his life a living hell. But thanks

to that, he managed to climb all the way up here.” He did survive the swamp of despair. Aidan is more

capable and cunning than everyone thinks.