Chapter 267

At the same moment, Nolan steered toward the Stewart family's estate.

The Perry family's abrupt interference had triggered chaos that Grandpa had unwittingly unleashed.

If Grandpa became aware of his oversight, remorse would overwhelm him completely.

His health was fragile already, and he might crumble under the burden.

Unfortunately, Nolan's fears were confirmed.

Passing through the house's massive oak doors,Nolan froze at the sight of physicians and nurses hustling across the living room, their expressions shadowed with concern.

Was Grandpa in trouble?

A shiver of dread raced through Nolan, his chest constricting with each cautious step.

Hector, the loyal family butler, hurried toward him,relief etched across his features. "Mr. Stewart,you've finally returned. The Perry family has acted against the Stewart Group. When your grandfather learned the news, he collapsed immediately."

Anxiety laced his voice as he continued, "What should we do? The delivery deadline is tomorrow,and missing it would trigger tenfold penalties. I fear this might destabilize everything the Stewarts have built over a century."

Nolan tightened his fists, determination blazing in his eyes.

What audacity from the Perry family.

What a shrewd maneuver by Trudy.

Tyler Perry had crossed into forbidden territory.Was he truly willing to challenge our family's authority?

The boundary separating politics from business had always been untouchable. If Tyler defied those limits, he would respond without mercy.

With that resolve, he retrieved his phone and typed a message to an associate in Zerovia.

"Alert your boss. Prepare a plan. Identify the ideal moment to bring Tyler Perry down."

No sooner had he slipped the device into his pocket than a doctor emerged hastily. "Your grandfather is awake,though still weak. You should enter now."

Nolan stepped forward.

In only a few days, Norwood appeared a decade older, his face pale as he leaned against the headboard. Sighting Nolan, he forced a faint,weary smile. "Never anticipated this... I spent decades striving, believing the Perry family's influence would elevate us. Instead, they outwitted me, and I've jeopardized half our empire."

Nolan advanced slightly, his voice firm yet soothing.

"Grandpa, I'm here. I will ensure the company Norwood examined him long and silently before exhaling a burdened sigh.

He had always been cunning, rarely faltering,except in his dealings with Trudy and the Perry family.

Blind ambition and hunger for power had led him astray.

He had almost destroyed the Stewarts, and now, his only hope depended on the grandson he had nurtured. "You're my pride, Nolan. I trust you completely."

He glanced at Hector, standing quietly nearby, and issued a solemn command. "Contact the board immediately. Remove Wray from the presidency and restore Nolan as leader. Also, transfer fifty percent of my shares to Nolan."

Hector's eyebrows lifted slightly.

That quantity of stock granted total authority to Nolan. Yet he nodded without hesitation. "Understood, sir."Once Hector departed, silence reclaimed the room.

Norwood's weary eyes found Nolan's. "This is all |can offer now. I'm relying on you to protect our legacy."

Nolan gripped his grandfather's hand firmly,unwavering. "Grandpa, don't fear. I will manage everything."

By the time Nolan exited the estate, the afternoon sun illuminated the grounds.

Instead of driving to the office, he called Lilah. "Stay with Eleanor without pause."

With the Perry family striking, Nolan couldn't allow Eleanor to remain alone in her apartment.

Lilah sensed the seriousness instantly. "Yes, sir. I won't leave her side."