Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 1131

"If you rely purely on favors, you might as well pack it in," Beatrice scolded. "You'll bleed money and never turn a profit."

Miles playfully tapped his own mouth twice. "My mistake, Grandma. Honestly, Tristan did a decent job considering the timeframe. We know the basics of this industry, but we lack the deep expertise."

Beatrice sighed. "True. We're still navigating unfamiliar waters. Tristan, this has been a heavy burden on you."

Only then did Tristan speak up. "Grandma, it's my duty."

Beatrice nodded firmly. "Keep refining the operations. If I can spot these flaws, Lillian certainly will.

If she sees this, she won't give us the contract. Tristan, you'll have to put in some serious overtime."

Once again, just as Tristan opened his mouth, Miles cut him off. "Grandma, Tristan's setup is perfectly fine for basic production.

Is Lillian really going to be that harsh?

Even with our family ties? She has to give the contract to someone. Plus, the overseas plants we toured weren't much better than this.

Do you need me to step in and do something?"

Beatrice scoffed. "You? Just relax. If I actually need you to work, I'll let you know.

Tristan, did you hear me?"

Tristan nodded. "I understand, Grandma. Don't worry."

"Good."

The inspection over, Beatrice left the factory floor with Miles trailing beside her.

As for Lillian, Beatrice knew better than to reach out directly right now.

You don't want me locked up all day with no freedom, right?"

Seeing his charming smile, Beatrice relented. "Alright, alright. I don't want you feeling like this old woman is keeping you on a leash. Go have fun, wherever you want.

But watch your spending. You know our situation.

Your brother poured most of our liquid capital into this new facility, so you—"

Before she could finish, Miles grabbed her face and planted a loud kiss on her forehead.

"Grandma, I'm not a kid anymore. I've heard this lecture a thousand times.

Don't worry, I'll be frugal."

Just then, a sleek sports car pulled up. The valet stepped out, and Miles snatched the keys, hopped in, and sped off with a roar of the engine.