Chapter 925


    Caleb sternly warned, "Consider yourself lucky that you''ve only lost an


    arm. But if I catch wind of you exploiting my identity for any other


    purpose, this won''t be the end of it."


    The young man hastily responded, “I swear, I won''t do it again. I only


    impersonated you to help facilitate the partnership with the Bowen


    family. I didn''t engage in anything else.”


    Turning his attention to Lewis, Caleb remarked, "You shouldn''t be


    addressing me right now. Your apology should be directed toward him.


    He''s Timothy Barrett, the CEO of the Barrett Group, the very person


    you were supposed to be partnering with."


    Lewis wore a guilty expression as he nced at Timothy, unable to


    muster a single word.


    His previous disdain toward Timothy now left him utterly humiliated.


    Adding to his embarrassment, Lewis had even resorted to physical


    confrontation with Timothy in the past, unaware of Timothy''s status as


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    But why would someone as high-ranking as Timothy stoop to the level


    of being a mere bodyguard for Mia?


    It was a puzzle that didn''t seem to fit together.


    Sensing the tension, Connie interjected, "We''re not entirely to me


    here. I mean, who could have predicted that the esteemed CEO of the


    Barrett Group, hailing from the distinguished Bern City aristocracy,


    would end up in Nord City working as a bodyguard for a woman?


    “It''s such an improbable situation that nobody would have taken it


    seriously. We can''t bear all the responsibility for this misunderstanding.”


    Lewis hastily nodded, casting a nervous nce at Timothy. "Mr. Barrett,


    this is indeed our mistake. Please, don''t take it personally. We were


    also misled into mistaking your identity."


    Just then, Mia chimed in, "Are you seeking forgiveness already? Just


    moments ago, you were brimming with arrogance, pointing fingers and


    hurling insults. You even attempted to physically harm him, only to face


    retaliation. Have you conveniently forgotten?"


    Upon hearing Mia''s words, Connie''s face flushed with anger. But before


    she could retaliate, Lewis quickly intervened, pulling her back.


    Regaining hisposure, Lewis put on a brave front and nodded.


    "You''re right. It was our mistake for not recognizing Mr. Barrett''s true


    identity. We''re thankful that the truth hase out. Mr. Gomez, Mr.


    Barrett, you are our honored guests today."


    Connie forced a smile and said, "Absolutely, please, have a seat,


    gentlemen."


    At that moment, Timothy''s voice sliced through the tension like ice.


    "There''s no need for that. I''m here today to formally announce the


    termination of the partnership between the Barrett family and the


    Bowen family!"


    Connie and Lewis were visibly shaken by the sudden announcement,


    their faces turning pale.


    Confusion clouded Connie''s expression as she questioned, "But why


    end the partnership? It can''t simply be terminated like that.”


    Stepping forward urgently, Lewis looked at Timothy with a pleading


    gaze. "Mr. Barrett, I may have offended you in the past, but please,


    don''t let that influence your decision.


    "Our families’ partnership is mutually beneficial. Please, let''s not rush to


    sever ties. Business should remain separate from personal


    grievances.”


    Timothy''s voice dripped with disdain as he said firmly, “The Bowen


    Group is simply not deserving of a partnership with the Barrett Group.”


    "But why? The Bowen Group is a reputablepany here in Nord City.


    Why can''t our families coborate?"


    Standing nearby, Heath scoffed bitterly. "Does the Bowen Group truly


    hold a respectable standing in Nord City? Yourpany''s ascension is


    tainted by three marriages that concluded in financial scams.


    "The shady dealings behind your family''s sess are well-known in


    Nord City. How dare you im to be a reputablepany?


    “Your project proposal wouldn''t even survive the Barrett Group''s


    scrutiny. It''s time for you toe to terms with reality. It''s over for you."


    Heath''s anger red at the sight of Timothy being disrespected,


    prompting him to speak out.


    What gave the Bowens the audacity to belittle Timothy?


    Heath''s words were sharp and cutting, piercing Lewis and Connie


    deeply.