James is cold-hearted, calcting, and devoid of morality. On the other hand, Lord Banks, while also unscrupulous, is cunning in his schemes. Such individuals often present a facade of benevolence and morality, yet beneath that veneer lies a deep well of greed.


    The crucial point is that this hidden side is usually not visible to others.


    Within Lord Banks, dark thoughts have festered for a lifetime. Countless devious acts have likely beenmitted, but it was Xion who ultimately exposed him. Generally, Lord Banks is quite adept at maintaining his outward appearance.


    At this moment, Lord Banks viewed James as his prospective sessor in training, and he spoke with sincerity: “James, it’s essential to understand the rules and knowledge of survival in upper-ss society. You must embody the qualities of a respected mentor.”


    “Be a respected mentor?” James quickly inquired. “Dad, could you borate on that?”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Lord Banks continued, “A respected mentor means that everything must be carried out with a proper reputation. If weck status and simply charge in recklessly, it reflects poorly on us and shows that we’re merely acting out of self-interest.”


    “Consider the historical conflicts between nations. Even when an aggressor aims to invade, they typically seek a somewhat justifiable reason for their actions.”


    “Take the July 7th Incident as an example; the Japanese fabricated a story about a missing soldier, using that as a pretext to instigate hostilities.”


    “There is a rationale in international rtions, so we must certainly have one within our own families.”


    As he spoke, Mr. Banks’s expression turned icy: “Honestly, I have wanted Deana gone for a long time! From the moment I learned she was heading to Aurous Hill, I secretly wished for her ne to crash. That way, it would be a clean break—once and for all! However, I could only harbor those thoughts and not act on them!”


    “Deana hadn’t done anything to tarnish the Banks Family’s reputation at that point. If I were to sabotage her private jet simply because she was traveling to Aurous Hill, it would spell disaster for the entire Banks Family should anything happen!”<fndd9e> Find the newest release on find?novel</fndd9e>


    “Therefore, if I wished for her demise, I needed to find a way to justify it. It was only through actions that could harm the Banks Family’s reputation that I could have a legitimate cause for such drastic measures.”


    “Now, during the marriage between Deana and your older brother, she went to Aurous Hill to bid on the old house where Bruce once lived, offering a price far above market value. This has indeed cast a shadow on the Banks Family’s reputation, providing a reason to eliminate her at this moment.”


    James listened intently and responded earnestly, “Dad, I see what you’re saying. Yes! Hearing this from you today has truly opened my eyes! I will definitely study and refine my skills with you moving forward!”


    This was a pivotal moment for James, as it was the first time he had heard his father discuss such strategic thinking. Lord Banks possesses a wealth of cunning ns, and this was just one simple concept among many. However, being the second son, James had not previously had the opportunity to learn such strategies.


    These kinds of tactics are akin to the secrets of ancient emperors, often reserved for the prince destined to inherit the throne. The emperor would hesitate to share his strategies with other princes, fearing that they might pose a threat to the safety of his chosen heir.<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>