The Influential Son-in-Law

“No," Gilbert replied firmly.After a brief pause, Gilbert slowly shook his head, sensing Theo's insincerity. This was not the Theo he once knew."Let's see who just arrived," Gilbert remarked as a young man entered the room.The newcomer was a handsome man with a mischievous smile on his face, dressed in a dark robe and carrying a sword that seemed overly extravagant. Elegant golden lines decorated the robe, resembling a rising dragon.The massive sword he carried appeared heavy, sharp, and intimidating, adding to his heroic appearance.Observing the young man, Gilbert squinted slightly. The man was Dylan Killian, the eldest son of the Killian family in Texas City. Dylan had long harbored feelings for Azalea despite her engagement to Gilbert, and he had made numerous attempts to win her over, even conspiring with Mae Cadenn, Azalea's mother, to remove Gilbert from the Cadenn family.If it weren't for Azalea's loyalty, their schemes might have succeeded. Gilbert looked at what Dylan w

We're only engaged, not married, so the Cadenn family didn't want to welcome you. In the past two years, I have endured a lot for the Cadenn family, and I have also faced criticism because of you. Gilbert's heart filled with warmth upon hearing this. His adoptive father, Lemar, once told him that not everyone around him was fake when he was in glory. True friends were those who supported you through difficult times.Gilbert, now reduced to a fool with crippled legs, found it difficult. It wasn't straightforward for Azalea to make this decision. At first, Gilbert thought it was time to leave the Cadenn family because he had just woken up. However, upon hearing Azalea's words, he couldn't help but change his mind. Gilbert had a clear understanding of love and hate. Even if he wanted to leave, he would still repay Azalea's kindness."I don't ask for much. I just want someone to help me lead the Cadenn family. I also want someone to go shopping with me—someone to protect me from the wind

The audience froze, then shifted their focus to Gilbert, seated in a wheelchair. Gilbert appeared calm and unafraid as he met their gaze, leaving the Cadenn family confused. Had Gilbert really spoken those words? They also noticed that Gilbert had stopped drooling and seemed different that day."What did you say?"Harold asked Gilbert, frowning and sounding timid. "Are you deaf?"Gilbert remained indifferent.Harold suddenly stood up and pointed at Gilbert. How dare a fool speak to him like that? The Cadenn family, along with the wealthy families of Texas City, quickly grasped the situation.Gilbert had regained his sanity overnight, but he still had physical disabilities. "Gilbert, do you believe you can look down on the Cadenn family? For the past two years, the Cadenn family has cared for you."What gives you the right to disrespect us? Thanks to you, the Cadenn family has become a laughingstock in Texas City," Ashley said coldly as she pointed at Gilbert."Stop flattering yourself

"What reckless waste!" exclaimed the old man, his excitement evident as he carefully picked up the crushed pills one by one. His actions perplexed the onlookers, who wondered why the elderly man was acting so strangely.Harold, noticing the old man's actions, asked Mr. Kane if this was what he was looking for. However, Mr. Kane was too preoccupied to respond to Harold, instead glaring at the old man in disbelief."Where did you find this?" the old man inquired, looking up at them.Harold dismissed the elderly man's question and said that a fool had sent the pills. The Cadenn family members agreed, considering the pills worthless.The old man shook his head in disappointment. "If you consider this garbage, then what isn't? This invigorating pill I'm taking is also rubbish, right?" He inquired, highlighting the irony in their disregard for the pills.Mr. Kane's pill, a rare and valuable item, once again stunned the crowd. Kane Medicine had previously auctioned a comparable pill for $40,

Three cars pulled up in front of the Cadenn family's house, and several bodyguards in black suits stepped out one by one. They greeted Gilbert respectfully, leaving Mae and Azalea bewildered. They were puzzled by the presence of such high-profile guests and wondered why they addressed Gilbert as Mr. Huxley. The sight of Bentley and Panamera cars added to their astonishment. Gilbert, a disabled man, was equally perplexed, as he had few connections in Texas City. Scott Kane from Kane Medicine approached Gilbert and invited him for a chat at his house, leaving Azalea in utter shock. She took a deep breath, trying to process the unexpected turn of events.Kane Medicine was a well-known company in Texas City, and Scott, a member of its board of directors, had a strong reputation. The Cadenn family was much less influential than Kane Medicine. Azalea wondered why Scott personally invited Gilbert. She remembered Mae saying that the elixir Gilbert sent to Scott was actually poisonous. Azalea