Austin, buoyed by his happiness, clenched his tiny fist and dered, “Mommy, now I can protect you.
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Nicole and the others chose not to dampen Austin’s spirits.
Despite his lifelong frailty rendering him unable to protect others, they refrained from discouraging him.
Roscoe affectionately patted Austin’s head, his smile warm and encouraging.
“Austin, I eagerly await witnessing your transformation into a resilient young man.
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Austin beamed with delight, responding, “I will, Roscoe.
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Upon Austin’s awakening, Jarrod’s patience with Roscoe’s presence in the room wore thin.
In a cold tone, he questioned, “Is yourpany still in business? How do you still have time to linger here?”
Roscoe perceived Jarrod’s thinly veiled attempt to drive him away, yet he maintained aposed demeanor.
“I appreciate your concern, Mr.
Schultz.
However, mypany is doing well for the time being.
”
Jarrod was left momentarily speechless.
He harbored no genuine concern for Roscoe.
Instead, he covertly hoped Roscoe’s circumstances would deteriorate to the point of necessitating his departure from Ardlens.
Nevertheless, Jarrod feltpelled to maintain a facade of civility, particrly because Nicole had identified Roscoe as Austin’s godfather.
Jarrod was mindful of not allowing his son’s godfather to endure excessive misery.
“Your family’s formidablepetitor recently conducted an inspection in Haytown,” Jarrod said abruptly.
A faint crease formed on Roscoe’s brow, indicating his surprise.
He hadn’t been privy to this information.
The Haytown project, currently in its final phases of negotiation, held significant importance for hispany.
If the rivalpany ventured to Haytown at this juncture, it could indicate an attempt to disrupt his project.
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Considering bothpanies operated within the same industry,petition was normal.
But the timing of the rival’s approach just before thepletion of the Watts Group’s project seemed particrly underhanded.
After a brief silence, Roscoe responded with a simple “Thank you.
”
Jarrod scoffed in response, asserting, “Survival of the fittest.
If you can’t keep up, don’t me anyone else.
”
Jarrod’s implication was clear.
If Roscoe believed personal vendettas drove his past actions, Roscoe was sorely mistaken.
Even in his absence, others would have targeted the Watts family amid their troubles.
Even a dying camel wasrger than a horse.
Despite their setbacks, the Watts family still held considerable value.
Securing their contracts could greatly benefit a burgeoningpany.
Jarrod’s interventions had deterred numerous opportunists.
Attempting to rival him was a futile endeavor.
Jarrod’s influence didn’te from sheer power to dominate Ardlens.
It was his formidable methods and strategies that made him nearly unbeatable.
He was a true madman, having once shut down a Listedpany within three hours.
No one dared provoke him without risking severe consequences.
Jarrod’s intervention had afforded Roscoe the crucial time needed to concentrate on countering the Schultz Group.
Contending with a single formidable opponent was far more manageable than fending off numerous adversaries simultaneously.
Ironically, surviving Jarrod’s suppression had enhanced Roscoe’s standing in the business world.
As a result, Roscoe deterred many who harbored malicious intentions in the shadows.
Moreover, Roscoe’s coboration with a subsidiary of the Dixon Group further underscored his capabilities.
People were intrigued by him since he had managed to withstand the onught of one tycoon and secure the favor of another, achieving heights unattainable to many.
If Roscoe couldn’t grasp the intricate dynamics at y now, he truly didn’t deserve his ce in the business.
But he couldn’t fathom why Jarrod, who had once been bent on destroying him, had suddenly shifted tactics, opting not to target him but to offer indirect assistance instead.
Taking a few steps before halting, Roscoe asked, “Why are you doing this?”