Chapter 255 Throw Them All Out!
Roy slightly frowned and looked at Ryder with confusion, asking “Who are you?”
Before Ryder could answer, Abigail quickly chimed in, trying to please, "Mr. Brooks! He's Sarah's husband, just a useless live-in son-in-law!"
Roy sneered and said disdainfully, "So you're just a small-time live-in son-in-law. Who are you to talk to me and bet with me?"
With an imposing manner, Ryder remained unfazed and said, "If you dare not bet, then forget it. See you then!"
Roy's expression changed slightly as he scolded, "Do you dare?"
"Why wouldn't I?"
"Aren't you worried that Sarah's SR Group will be gone by tonight? If you know what's good for you, sign the contract quickly, or else you will suffer more than lose everything!"
Ryder, neither humble nor pushy, replied, "I already said I don't believe you. I asked you to bet, but you didn't dare. Now, you won't let us leave. Where on earth do all these troubles come from?"
This statement shocked everyone around!
Roy was distinguished.
Ryder must be crazy to speak to Roy in such a tone!
Did Ryder want to be kicked out of Houston?
Roy's narrowed eyes gleamed with cruelty.
He sneered at Ryder. "Kid! Don't push your luck. Can't you see these are all my people? If you piss me off, you won't even make it out of this door today, let alone see the sunrise tomorrow!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the bodyguards stepped forward, surrounding Ryder!
They were aggressive, as if ready to pounce on Ryder and Sarah at Roy's command!
Seeing this, the Johnson family felt a wave of satisfaction!
Grandma Johnson's old face beamed. "Ryder, I never saw this coming. I've always said young people shouldn't be too arrogant, or they'll suffer! Let's see what you can do to save yourself?"
Lawrence mocked, "As the Johnson family's live-in son-in-law, you should have just listened and behaved. Instead, you opposed us. We tolerated you again and again, but you kept pushing. Now, you're reaping what you sowed!"
Abigail gritted her teeth and said, "Mr. Brooks, I want Ryder to kneel and apologize to me live on camera. Today will be the day he loses all his dignity!"
Facing the pressure from everyone, Sarah nervously grabbed Ryder's hand.
Ryder gave her a reassuring look, signaling her not to be afraid.
Then, he looked at the bodyguards and Roy with a calm expression and said, "A bunch of rabble, and you dare to stop me?"
Roy and the bodyguards exchanged glances and then laughed arrogantly. "A small-time live-in son-in-law dares to be arrogant in front of me! Today, not only will I stop you, but I'll also detain you here at my disposal. If anyone can rescue you, I'll drink this bottle of wine!"
Just as Roy finished speaking, footsteps suddenly sounded from outside the door!
Everyone then saw The Pint House's owner, Andrew, and the general manager Casey, coming in with the hotel security!
Roy immediately smiled and greeted, "Andrew, it’s been a while!"
Andrew didn't directly respond to Roy but slightly frowned and asked, "Why are so many people here? What's going on?"
Roy thought Andrew was worried about someone causing trouble on his turf.
Roy smiled and explained, "Andrew, don't worry. I'm just handling some personal business matters. It won't cause you any trouble! How about we arrange a golf outing sometime?"
"I’m busy!" Andrew replied indifferently.
Roy stood there awkwardly.
Although he and Andrew weren't close friends, they had attended many business events together in the past.
Andrew's refusal in front of so many people was certainly embarrassing!
Feeling a bit displeased, Roy said, "Since you're not interested in golf, suit yourself! I'm having dinner with the Johnson family in the private room. Surely, you don't like to watch others eat, do you?"
Andrew responded, "No. The reason I came over is to talk to Mr. Clark."
"Mr. Clark? Who is Mr. Clark?"
Roy was puzzled. Among the big shots present, there was no one with the last name Clark!
However, the next moment, Andrew did something that took Roy by surprise!
Andrew turned to face Ryder with a slightly respectful attitude and said, "Mr. Clark, I didn't know you were here today. Could we have a word?"
Ryder nodded. "Sure!"
Everyone present was wide-eyed in astonishment!
So, the Mr. Clark Andrew was referring to was Ryder?
It must be a mistake!
That was the first thought that popped into the minds of the Johnson family members!
Matthew quickly voiced his shock and confusion, exclaiming, "Mr. Andrew, you must be mistaken! Ryder is just a live-in son-in-law. How could he deserve such a respectful address?"
Abigail scolded, "Ryder, are you playing tricks again? Daring to deceive Mr. Andrew, you must have a death wish!"
Before Ryder could respond, Andrew sternly rebuked, "Mr. Clark is my friend. You treat him with such disrespect on my turf. Are you deliberately showing dissatisfaction with me?"
The Johnson family members were trembling with fear at Andrew's imposing manner!
Being in Houston, they were well aware of Andrew's influence!
Besides running The Pint House, Andrew also owned over a dozen other restaurants, farmers' markets, and more!
In terms of personal assets, Andrew was no less wealthy than Roy!
Moreover, Andrew had built his empire from scratch in Houston, accumulating a network of connections that Roy couldn't match. He was a local powerhouse!
For this reason alone, the Johnson family couldn't afford to offend him!
Roy glanced at Sandra, then frowned at Andrew with displeasure and said, "Andrew! The Johnson family members are my friends. You shouldn't have treated them like this."
Andrew scrutinized Roy and coldly retorted, "Your friends? They are nothing compared to Mr. Clark. Given what you all did to Mr. Clark today, scolding you is already lenient. Don't make me angry, or I'll throw you all out!"
"What?"
Roy's eyes widened.
He couldn't believe that Andrew would disrespect him so much, especially for Mr. Clark, someone he had never heard of!
With his pride hurt, Roy said with a stern face. "Andrew, do you really dare?"
Without further ado, Andrew ordered the security guards standing outside the door, "Throw every of them out!"
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