Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 1085

Not long after, Keith came to his senses and gave a condescending smile, "Kiddo, do you know the consequences of speaking to me in this manner?" Anyone could detect the threat cues in his question.

Benson was the first to panic. He tried to save the situation by courteously reminding the furious Keith to be kind to Nathan before he tried to justify his interruption as a family member, "He's my son-in-law, Keith."

But Keith Johnson was a high-ranked official from Brimmopolis! His retirement did not change his high profile nor take away his arrogance and temper he had developed over the years.

In actual fact, he had never valued the Smith family, let alone acknowledged any businessman for their success, wealth or social status.

Had not for his interest in Penny's business to generate income to support his post-retirement lifestyle, he would never have visited the Smiths or catch up with them.

Although he was planning on getting involved in Penny's business, he did not give a damn about the family backgrounds of the Smiths. In fact, he subconsciously thought he was high and mighty, so much so that the Smiths were dying to gain his favor.

Even after listening to Benson's pleas, Keith still did not change his attitude towards Nathan. Instead, he teased him further, "Benson, so this fellow was the one who did a hard sell on himself to become your son-in-law for money?"

Benson's face turned bright red, and he was unbearably embarrassed.

Keith looked at Nathan and continued, "A young man like you should keep both feet on the ground. Don't be an opportunist trying to gain benefits by deceiving others. There's nothing wrong for you to suck up to your father-in-law, but do you know how pathetic you made him look when he was caught smoking the fake cigars you gave him? That's entirely your fault."

After working as a high-position figure for a very long time, Keith had gotten so used to speaking in such a proud manner, always thinking he was above everyone else.

He did not stop sneering and mocking Nathan. He wanted to see the latter feel extremely awkward, embarrassed, fearful and despair. He was looking forward to seeing Nathan blush in humiliation while looking and feeling indignant and miserable.

However, Nathan's calm composure and unchanged facial expression disappointed him.

Nathan turned to Sean and asked collectedly, "Dad, is he a friend of yours?"