Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 264

It didn't seem right. The facts were right in front of him; this mother-daughter duo clearly had their own agenda.

They had gotten the shares from Lillian yesterday and hadn’t said a word about it.

Doesn't that prove they intended to keep them for themselves?

Brandon found her explanation hard to believe.

Colin also found it strange. Bella’s words and actions didn’t seem to match.

The brothers exchanged glances again and again, unable to simply trust her.

Bella noticed.

For the past two years, these two had been easy to persuade, believing almost anything she said. But now that shares and their personal interests were at stake, her words weren’t having the same effect.

It was true what they said: people are most cautious when their own interests are on the line.

But Bella wasn’t worried.

She immediately changed the subject. “Brandon, Colin, Mr. Mercer’s birthday is in a few days. Seeing how busy you both are, my mother and I were thinking of planning the party for him.

Would you grant me this wish this year?

I know you usually plan your father’s birthday parties, so I might be overstepping my bounds.

But Mr. Mercer has been so good to my mother and me over the years, and I want to show my appreciation.

Without him, without the Mercer family, I wouldn’t be where I am today.

I’m a grateful person, and I’ve always wanted to repay this kindness.

That would be a crime.

All he could do was wait for her to be willing to hand them over.

Brandon’s expression softened into a smile. “Bella, if you put it that way, then I’m relieved.

I’m not a petty person, but company shares affect a company’s entire operational strategy.

I’ve gained some experience at the company now, and I’m planning to set up a new business division.

You have no idea how much effort it takes to change a traditional company like ours.

Without absolute control, I’m afraid the smaller shareholders will cause trouble every other day.”

Bella replied, “Brandon, say no more. I understand completely. I saw firsthand how Sebastian built his company step by step.”