Changing only for her (Sophie and Tristan) novel Chapter 404

Chapter 404

“Sophie, how could you talk to the leader in that tone?” Yale scolded. “He's an important man, for goodness' sake! If we get into his good books, we'll have an excellent chance of becoming a prominent family.”

Alas, Sophie was utterly indifferent to her father's fuss.

“It's okay, Mr. Tanner. Sophie is still young. There's nothing wrong with being a little wild at heart!” the great leader remarked as he waved off Yale's concern. “Sophie, may I speak to you in private?”

Sophie nodded.

He's already here, so how can I possibly say no? I'd be lying to myself if I thought I could get out of this...

A frown crept across Tristan's face, but he managed to hold himself back from stopping the leader. After all, even he had to show the latter some respect. “I'll wait for you outside. Give me a call if you need anything.”

Given that it was the first time the great leader had seen such a reaction from Tristan, he quickly broke into a bemused smile. “My, my, is that necessary? Do you honestly think I'd take advantage of the young lady?”

Even though the great leader was only joking, Tristan glared at him, visibly annoyed. “What the hell do you want?”

Having been in a position of power for so long, the great leader barely flinched at the sudden outburst.

“Sophie, your boyfriend's not a good fit. My son, on the other hand, is around your age. How about I introduce him to you?” he teased.

This idea is brilliant! If Sophie becomes my daughter-in-law, she'll also be a member of my camp. What a superb arrangement!

Unfortunately, that only spiked Tristan's anger.

He could put up with many things, but he'd never allow anyone to lay a finger on Sophie.

“Try it if you dare, and I'll remove you from your position!” Tristan said arrogantly.

Naturally, he didn't fear the consequences of his words. After all, he could afford to be arrogant.

“You...” The leader's secretary could not take it anymore. How dare Mr. Tristan be so rude toward the great leader!

Tristan merely shot him a glance. Is he itching for a fight? Bring it on, then! There's nothing in this world that I fear!

To everyone's surprise, the great leader didn't seem to mind the commotion.

“Don't be too complacent, Tristan. You may be Sophie's boyfriend, but I fail to see how you guys are compatible. You're a lot older than her, aren't you?” he remarked, bringing up one of Tristan's major sore points.

Tristan's gaze turned cold and deadly almost immediately, to the point where even Sophie could sense the change in him.

She quickly grabbed his hand and held it tight. “I like Mr. Tristan. He's the only one for me.”

Fortunately, Sophie's words managed to get through to Tristan even though she sounded casual and calm.

“Wait for me outside! I'll be back in a while,” she added as she led the great leader to the study.

Once the great leader was out of earshot, Josiah finally breathed a sigh of relief. Otherwise, he knew Tristan would've blown his top.

“Tanny, do you know why the great leader came to look for Sophie?”

“Don't worry, Old Mr. Tanner. No matter what he's here for, Sophie will always have me by her side,” Tristan replied. As long as I'm around. I won't let anyone hurt Sophie.

Upon hearing Tristan's reassurance, Josiah began to feel slightly more at ease.

He knew very well that it wasn't necessarily a good thing to be acquainted with people in power.

The more powerful they were, the more they weren't to be messed with. Even the slightest misstep could cost one's life.

Yale, however, was like a cat on hot bricks.

“To be frank, Mr. Larkin, I still have no idea what I want to do in the future. But I already have quite a lot of work on my hands. As you know, I'm the CEO of Tanner Group.”

“Don't be so quick to turn me down. You're still young, and who knows what the future might bring? If you follow in my footsteps, you'll be able to achieve so much more,” Cillian urged. He truly admired Sophie and was determined to help her get a head start in life.

Alas, Sophie merely shrugged it off.

Why do so many people want me as their heir? I'm just an ordinary girl, for goodness' sake!

“If possible, I hope you can attend military school!” Cillian added.

Upon hearing that, Sophie furrowed her brows.

She didn't like people dictating how she should live her life, especially when she was the one who knew herself best.

“I already have a university in mind!”

“Why don't you try attending military school for a few days? Who knows? You might like it!” Cillian insisted. Given her talent, the military school would be a piece of cake for her!

Unfortunately, Sophie was just as unyielding. “What's so great about military school? I refuse to go!”

"You!”

Cillian had dealt with all kinds of people in his life, but now that he was facing his savior, he realized he was tongue-tied.

Moreover, it was Sophie's life, and she had every right to make her own choices.

“Are you sure you don't want to give it a try? Military school is a lot of fun!” Cillian suggested as a last-ditch effort. “Or do you think the training would be too tough?”