Suddenly There Are Three (Bailey and Artemis) novel Chapter 887

Chapter 887 House Arrest For Philip

Since I can't get the card, I'll find an opportunity tomorrow to transfer the poison in my body to that old woman.

She definitely wouldn't let her off easily.

If it weren't for the forced marriage she arranged, why would I have run away?

If she hadn't run away, how could she have ended up in Kurt's hands, and been turned into a poisonous person? How much I have suffered!

All in all, Sofie was one of the culprits who harmed her.

Therefore, she was determined to settle this blood debt.

Once she made up her mind, Zoey no longer fretted about where the top-secret document was.

She made a silent vow in her heart, deciding to deal with Sofie first thing tomorrow.

The winery in the countryside.

Philip was preparing to return to the Hoffman residence but was stopped by Tucker.

The father and son locked eyes, and Philip could sense that something was amiss.

The look in his son's eyes seemed rather unfriendly.

“Tucker, what's the meaning of this? Why have you brought so many people?”

Tucker spread his hands and chuckled. “Dad has been frequently visiting the winery lately, even inviting a few executives over for drinks from time to time.”

“I've been wondering if you're planning to spend your twilight years here. If so, I've selected a group of housekeepers from our family to take care of you.”

Philip slightly squinted his eyes.

He was not a fool and could see the situation before him and understand his son's thoughts in an instant.

Is this brat stirring up such a fuss just to confine me here?

Could it be that this b*stard already knows that Sofie is using those top-secret documents to threaten him?

For the sake of power and status, would he really confine his own elderly father like a prisoner?

“Tucker, you can't do this. I am your biological father.

“You cannot commit such a heinous act, or you will be cursed.”

With a cold smile, Tucker said lightly, “When it comes to what you desire, you must fight for it by any means necessary.

“Isn't this a fact you taught me? What? Could there possibly be a double standard for this matter?

“Just because you're my father, am I supposed to swallow my pride and hand over what's already in my grasp?

“That jerk is nothing more than an illegitimate child with no proper status.

“You actually pulled me down from my position for his sake, what does all my years of effort amount to then? A joke?”

Philip instinctively retorted, “That's not what I intended. Since you've brought people to imprison me today, you should understand my current situation. In fact, you should also be aware of the current state of the Hoffman family. We're almost doomed.

“That woman, Sofie, holds the Hoffman family's top secrets in her hands. If she ever leaks them, our entire family will be in deep trouble.

We cannot let our personal interests lead to the downfall of this ancient family that has been passed down for hundreds of years.

“Son, heed my advice. Let it go for the sake of our family's survival.

“In the end, everything in the family wouldn't fall into someone else's hands, would they?

“I believe your brother wouldn't treat you unfairly. Why do you insist on fighting him to the death?”

Tucker burst into a hearty fit of laughter. As he continued to laugh, his gaze gradually turned fierce.

“But I'm willing to go down with her. If I can't have what I want, I won't let anyone else have it either.”

“Dragging the whole family down with you, is it? Fine, I'm more than happy to oblige. Since you won't let me live in peace, don't expect to have it easy.”

Having said that, he turned around and got ready to leave.

Philip became anxious.

He knew what the outcome would be with his son's departure.

This young man refused to back down, which would irritate Sofie. In response, Sofie revealed all those secrets to the world, leading to a situation where both parties ended up fighting each other to the death.

“Tucker, you can't do this. You'll be branded as the eternal sinner of the Hoffman family.

“Besides, if the family fortune is preserved, you can still live your life as a wealthy young master. Why bother...”

Before he could finish speaking, Tucker abruptly raised his voice and roared in anger, “Old man, utter one more word and I'll immediately chop up your illegitimate son!”

“If he kicks the bucket, not only will you be done for, but you'll also p*ss Sofie off thoroughly. You might as well prepare to go to hell with everyone.”

“You, you... traitor, you're a traitor.”

After saying that, Philip plopped down on the ground.

He had plotted for half his life, and now, his wish was finally fulfilled. He had successfully handed over the reins of the Hoffman family to his family.

I never expected to be defeated by this unworthy child in the end.

It was a life of work.

“Puff!”

Under the tremendous blow, overwhelmed with fury, he suddenly exhaled sharply and passed out instantly.

Tucker turned back to see his father lying in a pool of blood, a slow, mocking smile creeping onto his lips.

“Take good care of Mr. Philip. Remember, don't let him leave the winery even for a moment, and don't allow anyone from the outside visit him.”

“Yes.”

Inside a room at the research base

Artemis was currently taking a call by the floor-to-ceiling window.

Bailey stepped out of the bathroom, wrapped in a bath towel.

She faintly heard Artemis say, “You reap what you sow, so you deserve the punishment.” She knew that this call was related to Sofie and Philip.

After he ended the call, she paced over and embraced him from behind.

“Did they pull off another slick move?”

The domineering CEO shivered slightly, feeling the soft and tender touch from behind, his eyes gradually darkening.

After a moment of silence, he said in a low voice, “Isn't it a bit of a mood killer to talk about those d*mn things at a time like this?”

Bailey bumped her forehead against his back, and successfully managed to see stars from the impact.

“I feel so dizzy. Is your back made of steel?”

Artemis abruptly turned around, then forcefully pinned her against the glass.

Bailey looked into his eyes, which were as tumultuous as the rolling waves. She couldn't help but roll her eyes.

Artemis behaved as if she wouldn't let him touch her.

Doesn't he “work on” me every day?

“I know what you're planning to do, and I'm not intending to just stand by and watch. But before you proceed, you need to tell me what's going on. Otherwise, I won't be able to focus and cooperate with you.”

The domineering CEO scooped her up in his arms and strode towards the room.

Walking and talking at the same time, truly not wanting to waste a single moment.

“Tucker has gained power from Huntley, and now the entire Hoffman family can't do anything about it.”

The scout just reported back about how Tucker had confined his father to a winery in the suburbs.

It was obvious that young man was planning to die together with Sofie.

“It's amusing that Philip spent half his life scheming, and finally got what he wanted, only for it to be as fleeting as a blooming flower.”

Bailey rolled her eyes.

This outcome was within her expectations.

What she cared about was that Huntley had given all his power to Tucker.

“Does Huntley want to annihilate the Hoffman family? But why?”

Artemis tossed her onto the couch. “I think you should ask your brother tomorrow. Don't speak now for I have serious matters to attend to.”

At the same moment.

Inside the study of the Hoffman family's main house.

Juliana pushed the door open and rushed towards the sofa where the head of the Hoffman family was sitting. In a worried tone, she exclaimed, “Dad, what's gotten into Tucker? Why on earth would he imprison Uncle Philip?”

Raymond sat dejectedly on the sofa, murmuring, “I fear the end is near for the Hoffman family.”

Juliana rushed over and threw herself at his feet. Then, her voice trembling as she asked, “What... what do you mean by that?”