The Amazing Son In Law Chapter 41

Clinton was filled with despair!

How could this happen?

Why on earth did he let himself walk into this situation?

Why was he continuously humiliated by that loser Charlie?

He never imagined that this painting was genuine and valued at over $200,000!

But now that he had boasted so boldly, what could he do? Was he really expected to eat the table?

That was out of the question!

If a car were to burn, that would be fine. You could just buy a new one, but how could you eat a table?

If he actually went through with it, wouldn’t that be the end for him?

His classmates began to taunt him, “Hey, Clinton, you said you’d eat the table—are you regretting it now?”

“Yeah, everyone is looking forward to your performance!”

Someone slapped the table playfully, “Come on, Brother Clinton, let’s see what you’ve got!”

Clinton’s expression darkened, and he snapped, “We’re classmates—there’s no need to kick someone while they’re down, is there?”

“Kicking someone while they’re down?” Charlie chuckled, “You brought this upon yourself. Everyone is just encouraging you to honor your promise. How is that kicking someone when they’re down?”

Clinton realized there was no way out of this today. He could only swallow his anger and mutter, “I was hasty earlier, I didn’t recognize the esteemed person I was dealing with. I apologize to Charlie and everyone. I hope you’ll forgive me.”

Seeing this unexpected display of humility, his classmates were taken aback. Was this really Clinton? When had he ever admitted to being in the wrong?

But Clinton had no other option.

What could he do?

If he refused to acknowledge his mistake, he would have to eat the table, which was absolutely not happening.

If he tried to back out, everyone would surely ridicule him.

The only viable path was to admit his fault—only that way could he weather this storm.

Sure enough, as soon as he expressed remorse, someone piped up, “Oh, it’s not easy for Clinton to apologize, so we shouldn’t force him to eat the table, let’s just forget about it!”

“Exactly, let’s move on! Eating the table is out of the question, and we haven’t dined yet, let’s get started!”

Charlie was well aware that Clinton would never actually eat the table, but with his apology, Charlie felt satisfied. After all, Clinton had strutted about as if he were superior, and it was only fair he face some consequences for that.

Yet, it was clear that this wasn’t enough punishment. What lay ahead for Clinton would be far worse.

So he added, “Since Clinton has apologized, let’s forget about the table incident. Today is the grand opening of Douglas Restaurant, let’s not overshadow it!”

Clinton breathed a sigh of relief.

But inside, he fantasized about exacting revenge on Charlie for the humiliation.

Little did he know that Charlie was not done with him yet. Charlie sent a message to Doris Young, “Is there a vice president named Tucker in the company whose son is Clinton? Please investigate that for me.”

Doris Young responded quickly, “Yes, there’s a vice president named Joseph Tucker and his son is Clinton. What’s going on, Chairman? Do you need any assistance?”

Charlie replied, “Please terminate his position immediately.”

“Understood!”

Clinton remained unaware that his father was in the process of being fired from Emgrand Group.

Having just survived the ordeal of humiliation, he thought to himself that he needed to find a way to avenge himself against Charlie.

Above all, he had to regain his dignity in front of his classmates. After being humiliated by Charlie twice, how could he continue to act tough?

Just as he was mulling over how to reclaim his status, a sudden commotion erupted at the hotel entrance.

Everyone turned to look.

A group of intimidating young men burst in, all adorned with tattoos and wielding baseball bats, metal pipes and other menacing objects. They looked formidable.

Upon seeing this aggressive gang, everyone’s expressions changed, particularly Douglas and Lily, who appeared genuinely frightened.

The leader of the group, a man with a scarred face, surveyed the hall before fixing his gaze on Douglas, his grin widening. “Boss, you didn’t inform us about such a grand event as the opening. Do you think you can just ignore us?”

Lily’s face drained of color and she forced a smile as she asked, “What… what are you here for?”

Before the opening, Lily had heard rumors about local thugs collecting protection money. It was said that the previous owner of this restaurant had to surrender it due to these ruffians.

However, Lily believed that in today’s world, surely no one would dare to shake down businesses so openly? So she took over the restaurant at a low price, hoping to run it successfully.

To her shock, these thugs chose her restaurant’s grand opening to make their first visit!

Scarface responded with an intimidating grin, “If you want to do business here, you need to take care of our brother Bill the Bear. We’re not asking for much, just 20% of your restaurant’s shares. If any issues arise, we’ll handle it.”

He continued ominously, “If you refuse, don’t blame me for being ruthless. You’ll have to shut down this restaurant today!”

Douglas and Lily gasped at the outrageous demand. He was asking for 20% of the shares outright! This was outright extortion!

“I’ll give you one minute to think it over.”

Clinton suddenly saw a chance to shine! He stepped forward boldly and asked, “Who do you think you are?”

Scarface smirked and replied, “Who do you think you are? Do you really need me to introduce myself?”

Clinton scoffed and declared, “Let me tell you something my father has significant connections in both the legitimate and underworld circles here in Aurous Hill! I’ll call the development zone leaders right now!”

Scarface glanced at him, a flicker of concern crossing his face as he asked, “You really know the leaders of the development zone?”

“Of course!” Clinton shot back, “You’d better get lost before things turn bad for you!”

Scarface narrowed his eyes and said, “Alright, if you can find someone who can back you up, I won’t bother you again. But if you can’t, don’t say I didn’t warn you!”

Lily, sensing their desperation, urged Clinton, “Clinton, please help us contact them!”

Clinton smirked slightly and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll call the development zone leaders right this moment!”

Emgrand Group was active in the development zone and Clinton’s father was in charge of those projects. As a result, the development zone leaders were quite familiar with Clinton.

He immediately called the top leader and deliberately raised his voice, stating, “Uncle Lee, why is there a group of thugs demanding protection money in the development zone? They’ve come to my classmate’s restaurant!”

A moment of silence came from the other end before Uncle Lee replied, “Clinton, what’s happening here?”

Clinton explained, “A friend of mine opened a restaurant and is facing these troublemakers demanding protection money. I just wanted to check if District Chief Lee could assist.”

There was a brief pause before District Chief Lee, sounding somewhat embarrassed, responded, “I’m sorry, Clinton, but this isn’t under my jurisdiction. I’m currently in a meeting, so I’ll have to hang up.”

Before Clinton could respond, the call ended.

Clinton was left dumbfounded.

What was going on? Wasn’t District Chief Lee always attempting to please his father, hoping to attract more investments from Emgrand Group?

Why wasn’t he willing to help him out now?

Unbeknownst to Clinton, news of his father’s termination from Emgrand Group had spread throughout the leadership of Aurous Hill!