Chapter 900

Juan was surprised by how perceptive Bert was. "Speak up, you can leave. I’ll handle the affairs myself. If you reveal our secrets, my family will be ruined, but your family won’t fare any better.”

Sensing his reluctance to talk, Bert added, “If you don’t…"

Juan frowned as Bert stepped closer. “Young man, I’m giving you a chance here. I’m helping you, not the other way around.”

Realizing Bert was serious, Juan finally spoke. “I want to investigate the secrets of Seamar City and the Four Great Families, as well as the truth behind the car accident that killed Debra’s parents.”

Bert’s smile vanished instantly.

Juan continued, “I believe you also want to know these things. Fermin’s death was not an accident.”

Garland frowned because Bert and he were the only ones who knew the truth. He stood up and asked, “You know? How do you know?”

“That’s not important,” Juan replied. “I have my ways.”

Garland wanted to say more, but Bert cut in, “Alright. I agree to give you an identity to aid your investigation. Since you know Fermin’s death wasn’t an accident, you must know as much as I do. Is it Andrew Potter who told you about this?”

Juan was impressed that Bert had guessed correctly but didn’t confirm it. “That’s not important. What matters is that we have a common enemy to fight. You went as far as marrying off Liza to control the Lowe family, which means you’re also after the power that once controlled them.”

Drake’s arrogance was based on the assets built by previous generations. Rather, he was just bluffing. The Lowe family was no longer as powerful as it once was, sitting only in its past glory. Otherwise, Drake wouldn’t need to marry into the Eaton family for support and benefits.

“You’re smart,” Bert said, looking at Juan more closely. “It’s a shame you’re not my grandson. I agree to your request. For the next few days, you’ll be Garland’s mentor. I’ll handle the matter with Melody.”

“Thank you,” Juan said.

Bert nodded, but Garland wasn’t amused. He rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on. Previously, Bert had sent him to Seamar City to keep up appearances without causing real trouble, and he wasn’t allowed to reveal his identity. Now he understood why.

It turned out that the major families in Seamar City were all Bert’s acquaintances. Bert was kind toward them but harsh to him. At his age, he was still being assigned a mentor. Garland stood up and walked over to Juan.

“If you’re going to be my mentor, you’d better be prepared.”

“Being my student will be harder than you think. You’re the one who should get prepared.”

With that, Juan turned and left the Eaton Mansion.

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