Chapter 231: Chapter 228: Dad’s Intervention
Night falls.
Elliana Lyle had already arrived at the Bennett Family home, because Zane Bennett was introducing Summer Hue to the old Mr. and Mrs. Bennett today, so Julia Bennett specifically called them back for this occasion.
The Bennett Family had originally thought that she and Summer Hue didn’t know each other, but they didn’t expect the two to be cousins.
As a result, the old Mrs. Bennett couldn’t stop smiling, thinking it was an extraordinary coincidence.
For some reason, when she saw the old Mrs. Bennett, her first thought was of her own grandmother.
Not sure how Grandma Lyle has been recently.
Eliza Bennett was still like before, looking like an innocent and carefree little girl, whose carefree demeanor naturally made people fond of her.
But she knew, this little girl Eliza Bennett saw things clearer than most adults.
"Uncle, you actually managed to get a wife? I was just wondering what to do with you when you got old." Eliza Bennett blurted out in front of everyone.
Naturally, this wasn’t a lie. The old Mrs. Bennett often worried aloud, thinking Zane Bennett would stay a bachelor for life.
After all, he always seemed unreliable, not someone you could count on.
So the old Mrs. Bennett often reminded Eliza Bennett, "When your uncle gets old, you’ve got to take care of him."
"Eliza Bennett! Watch your manners." Though Zane Bennett’s tone was scolding, the smile on his face was indulgent, clearly not bothered by what she said.
Summer Hue pursed her lips and smiled, thinking this little girl was quite amusing.
Because Philip Bennett and Mia Clarke weren’t around, the family enjoyed a harmonious dinner together.
After dinner, everyone went their separate ways, and Norman Bennett took her and Eliza Bennett for a walk to the back hill, which was an artificially constructed path indistinguishable from a park.
Zane Bennett and Summer Hue naturally started playing games together, after all, their relationship began with gaming — a true pair of "internet addicts."
At 10 PM, Philip Bennett returned, having heard that Zane brought his girlfriend home to meet the elders, he couldn’t sit idly by.
He had previously arranged a daughter-in-law, but unexpectedly Zane found someone on his own.
His eldest son was completely out of his control, so he pinned all his hopes on this younger son, leaving no room for error.
Marriage, naturally, couldn’t be taken lightly.
After asking the butler, he went looking for their room.
The door was ajar, and he could hear the conversation inside from the corridor, he didn’t bother knocking and pushed the door open directly.
"ACE"
Summer Hue’s voice came through: "What are you charging in for? I haven’t even arrived, and you’re already starting the fight. Who’s going to do the damage?"
Then came Zane Bennett’s apologetic voice: "My bad, my bad, I’m just not used to initiating fights."
Though Philip Bennett couldn’t see them, he could hear the uproariously loud noise that was completely against the Bennett Family’s rules.
A quick glance around suggested the sound was coming from the bedroom.
"You go distract, I’ll go backdoor them."
"Quadra Kill"
An enthusiastic announcement of a ’Quadra Kill’ came through the headphones, just as someone opened the door!
Both of them snapped their heads towards the door, their hands frozen on the keyboard.
Because it was hot, Summer Hue was wearing just a cool tank top.
Zane Bennett was shirtless.
The computer desk was littered with beer cans and snacks.
In Philip Bennett’s eyes, Summer Hue was an unsophisticated woman without proper etiquette, talking loudly, and appeared to be someone without proper upbringing.
"Hello, uncle," Summer Hue quickly greeted, recognizing Philip Bennett immediately since she had met him before.
Zane Bennett complained slightly, "Dad, why don’t you knock before entering?" Also blaming himself for forgetting to lock the door.
Philip Bennett didn’t show either of them any kindness and grew even more averse to Summer Hue; he had never seen such an ill-mannered woman.
Dressed so casually in the presence of elders, certainly not a daughter from a traditional family.
If Summer Hue knew what Philip Bennett thought, she would surely have retorted with a few words. This was her attire in the bedroom, not how she dressed outside.
Moreover, entering someone’s bedroom without knocking, was really acceptable?
Of course, Philip Bennett wouldn’t care about any of this; he only saw others’ mistakes, never recognizing his own.
There was no way he would allow Summer Hue to marry into the Bennett Family. He couldn’t control Norman, but he believed he could control this younger son.
So, he sternly said to Zane Bennett, "You, come to the study with me!"
Having said that, Philip Bennett turned and left directly.
"Your dad doesn’t seem very happy," Summer Hue couldn’t quite understand what she did wrong; Philip Bennett shot her a very displeased look—he even glared harshly at her as he left.
Zane Bennett ruffled her hair, planted a kiss on her forehead, and comforted her, "That’s just how my dad is, don’t mind him. Be good and wait for me to come back."
"Okay," she obediently nodded.
Zane Bennett put on a T-shirt and left the room, then walked to the door of Philip Bennett’s study.
He had a bad feeling about it, hesitating at the door for a long time, unsure whether to enter or not.
But he knew Philip Bennett’s temperament—if he didn’t go in today, Philip Bennett would stir up the entire Bennett Family, which he found most annoying.
In the end, he knocked on the door.
Knock, knock-knock!
"Come in!"
The voice was authoritative and intimidating, making one feel unnerved.
He had no choice but to walk in, with Philip Bennett already standing behind the desk, his face dark as if someone owed him money.
"Dad, what’s up?" he asked.
Philip Bennett said in a deep voice, "Is that the girlfriend you found for yourself?"
Upon hearing this question, he realized his father was up to no good, and replied, "Yes."
"Hmph!" Faced with his son’s assertive answer, Philip Bennett couldn’t help but snort coldly and then angrily said, "Bringing just anyone home! Do you think this house is a shelter? Break up with her immediately!"
Those words hit like a blow to the head, and Zane Bennett was already furious, especially with the first part of the sentence.
He didn’t want to say much to Philip Bennett, so he laid it all out: "Is this all you wanted to say? I’ve chosen her for life; no one can stop me."
"Hmph! It’s impossible between the two of you, and I absolutely forbid it. Instead of delaying things, you better break up soon."
With that, Philip Bennett continued, "The heiress of the Bright Tower Corporation, that’s who you should be marrying!"
Once he finished speaking, silence filled the study, with Zane Bennett’s face a mask of resolve, showing no intention of speaking.
However, no matter what happened, he could never give up Summer Hue to marry the heiress of Bright Tower Corporation.
He simply didn’t want to waste any more words with the person in front of him.
Seeing his son silent, Philip Bennett assumed he was in a dilemma, so he softened his tone, "The Bright Tower Corporation is a large corporation. Our family alliance is for future development. You must not follow your brother’s example."
Zane Bennett replied coldly, "If it’s for the future of the Bennett Family, then why don’t you marry her yourself?"
"You!" Philip Bennett was instantly infuriated, scolding, "You unfilial son! You’ve really turned against me!"
"Think what you want; I will never let you control me." With this statement, Zane Bennett left the study directly.
Leaving only the sound of the door slamming behind.
Philip Bennett was left speechless with rage, and after a long while, he summoned his most trusted person to the study.
"I’m giving you the task to make sure that woman leaves the second young master."