Trevor was stunned because he hadn't expected it. Brad was a legendary figure in the military. Most people couldn't even get a chance to meet him, yet Matthew refused.
He looked at Matthew blankly for a long moment before saying, "I know you're the owner of the Juprus Ring and hold a respected position.
"But Mr. Miles is quite elderly. He mentioned that he knows you, so surely you wouldn't refuse to meet him. Can't you really meet him just once?"
Upon hearing the name Miles, Matthew's mind flashed back to the Brad he had met in Khoitwood. If it was him, meeting him was necessary, especially since Brad had helped him in Khoitwood.
"The general you're talking about is Brad, right?" he asked.
Trevor nodded and replied, "Yes, that's Mr. Miles. He's the only person in the military who could be called a general."
Matthew knew he couldn't avoid it. "Then take me to meet him," he said. Matthew wasn't familiar with people in the military, especially since this was a time of peace.
However, it was more accurate to say the country was in a state of relative peace without war rather than describing it as a time of peace. People outside that circle often knew little about those in the military.
Matthew agreed to go solely because Brad had helped him when he invited Zayden. He couldn't forget the favor Brad had done for him.
Trevor led the way, exiting the forum building and heading to the parking lot. He opened the car door, and Brad was already sitting inside.
Seeing Matthew, Brad waved with a smile and said, "Mr. Grant, come on in."
Matthew was surprised to see him here. He got into the car and smiled. "It's been a while," he said.
Brad smiled and said, "It hasn't been that long, just under a month. First, let me apologize. It's not that I don't value you. It's just that I had to wait for you in the car.
"Actually, you deserve better treatment. I should have prepared a banquet at my place, rolled out the red carpet, and set off fireworks to welcome you.
"However, I'm worried about what would happen if others found out I met you. I hope you understand."
Matthew smiled faintly and said, "You're too kind. I don't mind those things. Did you need something from me?"
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