SWNOVELS Chapter 1584
Chapter 1584 Lapdog
"Mr. Whitman, I'm not sure if what's being said online is true," Edison said, glancing with concern at Noah. Yet, his words dripped with sarcasm.
"I heard from my secretary that Ms. Quinnell got arrested. She shouldn't have done it this way if she wanted to make money. What are we going to do now? Mr. Whitman Senior must be worse off after hearing this."
This kind of schadenfreude was precisely what such people thrived on.
The Whitman family had been riding high for some time, and Edison was more than just jealous. Now, he relished their misfortune. The Whitman family was finally tasting the bitter fruit of their actions, and it felt immensely satisfying to him.
Noah, usually not one to be trifled with, had previously kept a low profile but was now returning to his younger self's intensity. "The situation hasn't been fully investigated yet, Mr. Waldron, so why are you so eager to mock 1,501 us? Did you report on Sevie?"
The question made Edison's facial expression change. He knew all too well that it was indeed his report that triggered the investigation.
A whistleblower was necessary for the relevant authorities to investigate Wynter. Fredric and the directives from above intended to make it appear they had nothing to do with the matter.
Even the decision to issue the arrest warrant hadn't come from them, but they had undoubtedly influenced it. Edison was acutely aware of this. When the leaders directed him, he followed their orders without question.
In his mind, failing to show his allegiance now would mean losing a golden opportunity. Without hesitation, he had penned that whistleblower letter.
Noah's smile grew colder when he saw the guilt written all over Edison's face. "For so many years, the Whitman family has never made enemies.
"Since Mr. Quinnell Senior established the Southern Cascadia Chamber of Commerce, we've known that developing local businesses is the only way to compete with foreign capital.
"When conditions were tough in the past, he always thought of everyone's growth and never hid his resources, believing everyone could profit. Now that the environment has improved, you reported the Quinnell family's heir to the authorities.
"Are you still dreaming of becoming the Chamber of Commerce's president? Ha! Let me assure you, that won't happen. Regarding Sevie, until there's solid evidence, anyone who slanders her will face legal action from the Whitman family.
"I advise everyone to mind their own business and not stab others in the back now. The last people who tried that, our in-laws, are currently in jail. If you all wish to join them, feel free to try."
He spoke slowly, standing firm in the light, and no one dared to approach.
The recent incident involving the Montclair family made everyone aware of Noah's tactics. Nobody knew how many secrets he held as he was exceptionally good at hiding things.
Even moving company assets in advance was something he could manage-imagine how ruthless one must be to conceal their methods so effectively.
Edison felt bitter. He stared at Noah while clenching his fist tightly.
Someone nearby cautioned him, "Mr. Waldron, stay calm. Don't reveal anything before your plans are complete. It would be disastrous if they traced it back to you."
Initially, he had wanted to disregard the warning and continue his provocation. But the person leaned in closer and added, "This is what Mr. Monty specifically instructed."
With that, Edison took a deep breath and fell silent.
At this moment, Taylor noticed the exchange. He strode over, and his tone was laced with mockery. "Mr. Waldron, it looks like you've become someone else's lapdog. First Kenton, and now it's your turn, isn't it?"