Chapter 196: Chapter 196

Chapter 196 Unexpectedly Still Alive Finnegan changed his itinerary and took a taxi back to Dragon Bay first.

That day was Soren’s eightieth birthday, and the birthday gift he prepared for Soren was still at home.

Meanwhile, as long as Desmond didn’t run, he was basically back to normal.

He should also ask William to arrange for him to revamp the education system.

Otherwise, with nothing to do every day. Desmond tended to be in a negative mood.

“Finny, why didn’t you come back last night? Did you see Lindsey?” As soon as Finnegan stepped through the door, he was pulled aside by Quiana, who looked at him with a suspicious and worried gaze.

Upon hearing that, Finnegan knew what she was thinking and said, “Yes, I did see her. Mom, rest assured, I only sent her home. I didn’t do anything else.”

Upon hearing that, Quiana nodded and said, “As long as you understand. Bernie cherishes you and her parents approve of you. You must not let down their trust in you.”

“Mom, don’t worry. I’m just going upstairs to grab a few things. Dad, you change your clothes. I’ll take you somewhere special later. I have a surprise for you.”

Desmond asked. “What’s the surprise?”

Finnegan teased playfully, “You’ll find out when the time comes.”

After Finnegan went upstairs, Desmond muttered, “What’s with all the secrecy? What is he up to?”

“It doesn’t matter as long as he’s safe and sound.”

Desmond nodded. “That’s true. However, even if Finny doesn’t stir things up himself, I’m afraid those girls won’t let him off the hook!”

Upon hearing that, Quiana couldn’t help but be taken aback and sneakily glanced upstairs. “What do you mean?”

Desmond pulled Quiana aside. “Didn’t you notice something off about the way Ms. Langdon and Ms.

Wahlstrom, who came a few days ago, look at Finny? Also, a few days ago, when I asked Rhia how her work was going, she said it was good but that Ms. Haimowitz often asks her about Finny. Based on my judgment, these women seem to have a thing for Finny. Even if Finny avoids Lindsey, can he avoid the others?”

Quiana frowned. “How could that be? Each of Ms. Wahlstrom’s family members is more formidable than Bernie’s family. How could they possibly take a liking to Finny?”

Desmond said, “Think about it more carefully.”

She pondered over what Desmond had said and furrowed her brows. “This is no good. I must go and warn Finny. He needs to keep his distance from those women. He can’t let Bernie down.”

“Stop making a fuss.” Desmond quickly held her back. “If someone likes Finny or has thoughts about Finny, can Finny control that? Surely, you can’t expect him to avoid all interactions with the opposite sex? Right now. Finny simply can’t afford to lack connections!”

Quiana came to a realization, expressing her concern. “Josephine is also smitten with Finny. When did this kid become so charming?”

Desmond laughed. “It’s because he takes after me!”

“Yeah, right!”

Around eleven o’clock, Finnegan, following the address given by William, took a taxi and got off not far from the Caulder residence. Upon arriving there, Desmond asked, “Finny, what are we doing here?”

Finnegan chuckled. “You’ll find out soon enough. Just try not to be too surprised.”

“You cheeky brat, still keeping me in suspense.”

With a laugh. Desmond playfully patted Finnegan on the head.

However, he asked no further questions and followed Finnegan to the Caulder residence.

Luxury cars would frequently pass by on the road. Many of them were vehicles used by various departments in Jadeborough, as well as some special vehicles from Bellridge.

Seeing that, Desmond pulled Finnegan aside. “Son, what exactly are we doing today?”

Seeing so many cars that were clearly not driven by ordinary people, Desmond felt a bit flustered.

Finnegan replied, “Dad, there’s an elderly person celebrating their eightieth birthday today. I’ll take you to join the celebration.”

“Who?”

“Don’t you recognize this place?”

Almost at the entrance, Finnegan was on the phone with William, telling the latter he had arrived while pointing at the Caulder residence’s entrance.

Desmond followed along.

Looking over, the words “the Caulder residence” on the plaque were clearly visible.

Desmond shook his head. “I don’t know!”

He was originally a teacher at Jadeborough High School.

While he had heard of Soren, he really had no idea where the Caulder residence was located.

Finnegan gave a helpless smile. “Well then, listen carefully. This is the place where I used to spend time when I was a child-”

“Finnegan!” Suddenly, an angry growl interrupted Finnegan’s words.

Finnegan turned around, his gaze turning icy. “What a coincidence! I didn’t expect you to be still alive, Mr.

The person shouting at him was indeed Derrick.

In addition, Derrick’s father, Robert, and Michelle also came.

The thought of Robert accepting bribes from the Chomsky family to expel his entire family from the school filled Finnegan with an uncontrollable rage.

Even though Robert’s a teacher, he was avaricious, which infuriated Finnegan.

Derrick growled, “Finnegan, what did you say?”

A few days ago, he was forced to kneel with Michelle for three days and three nights at Fabled Restaurant because Finnegan used Zephyr’s influence. At that moment, Finnegan was being rude to Robert.

Thus, if they weren’t at the Caulder residence, and it wasn’t Soren’s birthday, Derrick would’ve decked Finnegan as retribution.

Finnegan sneered, “Did I say something wrong? Mr. Weller has done so many despicable things, yet he’s still alive and kicking. Truly, he’s a scourge that does not die!”

“Finnegan, mind your manners,” Michelle scolded. “Mr. Weller is no longer the principal of Jadeborough High School. He is now the Director of the Department of Education. You should apologize immediately! Otherwise, your family will face the consequences!”

Clearly, Michelle blamed Finnegan for her breakup with Casper.

Finnegan sighed. “Indeed, the good is never rewarded, while the wicked always strut around!”

“Ah, it’s Desmond and his son.” Just as Derrick was about to speak again, Robert stopped him with a fake smile. “It’s been a few years, Desmond. Have you recovered? Finny, you’re not bad either. I heard a few days ago that you bullied Rick by relying on a powerful backer. Is that right?”

Upon seeing Robert, Desmond stared at Finnegan in surprise, somewhat flustered.

He was unaware that Finnegan had taught Derrick and Michelle a lesson at the Fabled Restaurant on behalf of Casper a few days ago.

Robert, however, raised his hand, not giving Finnegan and Desmond a chance to speak. “However, today is Old Mr. Caulder’s birthday, so I won’t pursue this matter. Finnegan, I want you to kneel down and apologize to Rick. Let him slap you a few times, and we’ll consider the matter settled.”

He stood with an air of arrogance as if making Finnegan kneel and apologize was a mere act of charity.

Derrick smirked. “That’s right. Kneel down and slap yourself a few times, then I’ll forgive you.”

What he was actually thinking was, first, to publicly humiliate Finnegan and then later find someone to teach the latter a lesson.

Michelle sneered, “Finnegan, did you hear what Mr. Weller said? Hurry up and kneel. Mr. Larkin, I suggest you advise Finnegan to bow his head and apologize to Derrick on his knees. It’s not shameful.”

Desmond roared, “Don’t push your luck too far!”

III trouble on his own.

Robert chuckled. “Desmond, why do you still only know how to defend your son? Have you forgotten how your son once brought trouble to your whole family?”

When Finnegan first saw Robert, his heart was already seething with At that moment, he Robert even brought up the matters of the past.

anger.

A frosty glint appeared in Finnegan’s eyes. “Robert, here’s your chance. Kneel down and apologize to my father. I can offer you a chance to retire peacefully!”