Francis regained his composure and straightened his back as he sneered, "Mr. Anderson, you may seem tough for now. Let's hope you can maintain your confidence into the future."

He swiftly left after saying his piece.

Ariana was worried that Theodore might lose his temper after being talked down by Francis. She comforted him, "Don't be angry. He is just trash. His words don't matter. I don't believe he will have the power to obstruct us in the future.”

‘Theodore remained silent, holding her hand and pulling her to his side.

He wasn't bothered by Francis at all. In his eyes, Francis was just a bug he could easily squash.