A Bumpy Road to Power

The sound of footsteps wasn't the same as what was heard in the corridor.

Not only were they orderly, but also rhythmic.

Everyone present knew right away that this meant a troop had appeared.

Sure enough.

From behind the bushes, a group of well-equipped armed police officers jogged out.

Then, under the command of an officer.

The armed police completed their encirclement of the scene.

Whether it was the people and vehicles brought by Aurelius Hughes or those from Cullen Houseman's side, they were all encompassed.

Just when both sides hadn't reacted yet.

The encirclement opened a gap.

A striking woman pushed a wheelchair slowly over.

Everyone was stunned.

It was Yara Hughes pushing the wheelchair.

And sitting in the wheelchair, barely alive with an oxygen tube in his nose, was the legendary bedridden Miles Hughes.

It's been a year since the wedding banquet.

Haven't seen him in a year.

Unbelievably, in just one year.

The grand old man had wasted away to this extent.

Not only did he look much older, but also completely devoid of energy.

Seeing this, Aurelius rushed up and shouted at Yara, "What are you doing? The old man is like this, and you're pushing him out of the sickroom. Are you trying to kill him?"

"You... come over..."

Yara didn't reply.

The old man weakly motioned for Aurelius to come closer.

Aurelius dutifully squatted down and shouted to Miles, "Dad, are you okay?"

Slap!

In front of everyone.

Miles slapped Aurelius across the face.

Though the force wasn't strong, the look in his eyes was extremely fierce.

It left Aurelius bewildered.

"Dad, what are you doing?"

"I... cough cough... what I am doing is questioning you... What are you trying to do? Are you trying to... bring ruin to the Hughes family? You fool, I've only been... down for a short while, and you're already overturning the sky?"

Miles said with all his strength.

Aurelius glanced back at Cullen Houseman.

He said, "Dad, I'll explain this matter to you slowly; let me take you back to the sickroom first."

"Get lost!"

Miles shouted at him.

Then he extended his hand, pointing at Cullen Houseman, and yelled with all his might, "You... let Dirk Carter go!"

"Old man, look at yourself now. Rest well. Don't worry about external matters. I'll handle everything with Minister Hughes."

Although Miles personally came forth.

It didn't pose much of a threat to Elston Houseman.

Someone who could barely speak clearly—what is there to be afraid of?

"I... I'm not dead yet!"

Miles was greatly infuriated, shouting at Cullen Houseman.

"Hahaha..."

Cullen Houseman laughed aloud.

He said, "Old man, you've surely lost your wits; today I must take Dirk Carter away. This was granted by your eldest son. Should I listen to him or to you, old relic?"

"You... you... cough cough cough..."

Miles coughed loudly in anger.

Frightened, Yara gently patted his back.

"Dad, what I'm doing is right. Trust me, I'm doing this for the good of the Hughes family."

Aurelius explained.

"You... you beast... Have you forgotten how I instructed you? Fine, fine... cough cough cough... Since you're intent on your own way, I declare, starting today, you... Aurelius Hughes, are no longer part of the Hughes family. All future affairs of the Hughes family will be handled by Grant Hughes! These words are my dying wish, and everyone present can bear witness!"

Boom!

As soon as he said this.

Aurelius was stunned.

He wasn't a politically wise person; getting to this point was because of the Hughes family's support. Breaking ties with the Hughes family would mean the end of his political career.

"You guys, bring Dirk Carter over to me!"

Miles commanded!

The armed police began closing in.

Pushing step by step; Cullen Houseman on his side could only retreat gradually.

He thought Aurelius would definitely deal with Miles; he didn't expect that for Dirk Carter, Miles would directly kick Aurelius out, a result he hadn't foreseen.

"Miles, don't push me!"

Cullen Houseman retreated as he threatened.

Miles remained unfazed.

Seeing the two sides about to clash.

Even a fool like Cullen Houseman knew that his people couldn't possibly match the armed police.

He could only stamp his foot and shout to his men, "Give them the man."

Just like that.

Dirk Carter was tossed out, and was simultaneously supported by Deborah Hughes and Nora Hughes who came to meet him.

"Dirk Carter, mark my words, we'll settle this score slowly, and the Houseman Family won't let you have a good time."

Having lost the man.

Cullen Houseman had no face to stay.

He threw in a threat.

And then left with his men.

Once he left.

Aurelius left in anger.

"Dad, Dad... what's wrong with you?"

After everyone departed.

Yara suddenly shouted.

Looking again at Miles in the wheelchair, he had fallen into a state of unconsciousness again.

"Nevaeh, quickly take Grandpa back to the sickroom!"

Yara shouted.

Deborah Hughes immediately took over the wheelchair, rushing toward the sickroom.

Yara came to Dirk Carter, saw his bruised and swollen face, and asked, "How are you?"

Dirk Carter tried to muster a smile.

He said, "I won't die."

"You've seen my dad's condition. We've helped you all we can. I promise that the Hughes family won't get involved with Veridia City's matter, but definitely won't help you either. After all, the outcome is not yet decided; the Hughes family has to leave itself a way out."

Yara said sternly.

Dirk Carter nodded and said, "I understand. It's enough for me that you're not involved."

Yara glanced at Dirk Carter, feeling a bit of pity.

She said, "I bet you really want to return to Veridia City right away, so we'll talk later. Nora, arrange for him to be sent to the airport; there's a private plane waiting to take him."

"Okay, sis."

Nora nodded and said.

Dirk Carter looked gratefully at Yara.

He asked, "The old man..."

"We'll take good care of him here. You take care of yourself. Remember, from now on, you owe the Hughes family a favor. If you perish, you won't be able to repay it..."

"Don't worry, I won't die. I'll definitely repay this favor!"

Dirk Carter gritted his teeth and said.

Yara turned and left.

After walking a few meters, she raised her hand, waved with the back of her hand to Dirk Carter, marking her farewell.

"Let's go."

Nora said to Dirk Carter.

Dirk Carter nodded heavily.

His gaze turned towards the direction of Building Seven.

Nora took a look, sighed, and said, "Once the case is closed, I'll find a way to help you retrieve his ashes..."

"Thank you..."

Dirk Carter said sincerely.

"Come on, stop wasting time. You've got a lot of things to do."

After speaking.

The two got into the car.

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