Chapter 1000 Austin Is Back (Part Two) (2/2)

Their great-grandfathers made a pact about their engagement a hundred years ago...

in, not knowing how long he intended to stay. He hadn't set a deadline for the booked suite.

”Great.” Austin beamed, making a sound of excitement.

”Listen, Austin,” Violet cleared her throat, interrupting him eagerly. ”You are not my wee little brother anymore, but you must listen to me. All right?”

Austin pouted, biting his lips as he nodded in agreement.

”Good. I will look after you then, don't you worry,” Violet said.

”What will you do if Lawrence gets mad and lectures me? Would you back me up?” Austin blurted out suddenly.

”Normally, yes, I will side with you. But I will take Lawrence's side if the situation calls for it,” Violet replied, not giving him a definite answer.

”I guess that's not so bad.” Austin mulled over it, satisfied. ”I am glad at least you didn't say you would always get behind Lawrence.”

Austin landed his gaze on Greg next.

”Welcome, Austin. You will take charge of FS Empire and I will supervise you,” Greg said, smiling at him insidiously.

”God! Don't scare me like that!” Austin cried, widening his eyes at Greg's tone.

They clinked their glasses and swallowed down the wine. The bond of kinship between them seemed to have cemented between them, only growing stronger.