My Substitute CEO Bride (Nash Calicraft) novel Chapter 2087

In reality, Caspian's visit this time was a disguised announcement and validation of his influence in the Northern Territory. Almost all the dignitaries were catering to Caspian, except for the Lewis family, who refused to comply.

Whether in governance or combat, Caspian's pursuit had to be near perfect. He could not tolerate any faults. His rule required absolute submission from everyone. Hence, he was now pressuring the Lewis family.

Harrison walked over to Hera. Just then, Hera stood up and said, "Mr. Warden, I'm pregnant and truly unable to perform for you. Please be generous and forgive me this time."

"Oh? Pregnant? I think you're just disrespecting the warden!" sneered Gage. "Anyone who didn't know better would think the Northern Territory's Lewis family is some prestigious family. How dare your family disrespect the warden?!"

"Exactly!" echoed the crowd.

Gage saw this as his chance to impress the warden further. "What poor manners! Pregnant, are you? Why don't I see your man around? Did he run away overnight, disgusted by the chaos of the Lewis family?

Gage's words sparked laughter among the other families hostile to the Lewis family.

Theo suddenly smashed his glass. "Watch your mouth! How dare you spew nonsense?!"

Gage continued to mock, "Oh, look who it is. It's Mr. Skye. Oh, wait, the Skyes are no more. Now, you're just the Schmidts' bastard... Haha!"

His words infuriated Theo. He charged at Gage with his chubby body. "What did you say?!"