The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Michael's mood didn't improve much at Veda's words, and he turned his gaze to Mason. "Grandpa, did you want to talk to me about something today?"

Mason's expression shifted slightly, and he paused, leaning on his cane. "Don't you know? You caused such a scene at the police station that George called the house."

Just as Michael thought.

Michael knew that if Mason urgently called him back, it must be because he had done something wrong, embarrassing the Smith family.

Just as Michael was about to apologize, Mason continued. "Even though what you did was over the top, Michael, I support you."

Hearing this, both Michael and Veda looked up.

Mason's face suddenly broke into a bright smile.

He nodded, leaning on his cane, looking suddenly energized, and said deeply. "Emily has been a great asset to our family. I know, saying this will definitely upset Veda."

Veda pouted but didn't argue, so Mason continued, "Not to mention anything else, but she endured the pressure and put up with a scheming woman like Sophia, staying at the Smith Mansion for three years and taking care of Michael... just for that, our family owes her!"

Hearing this, Veda couldn't help but feel indignant. "But in those three years, she didn't stop flirting with others!"

Seeing Michael glare at her, Veda quickly changed her tone, reluctantly saying. "Fine, even if she didn't flirt with others, she certainly didn't turn anyone away. I won't even mention Daniel, and now there's another mysterious man... someone quite similar to Michael!"

Mason didn't pay much attention to Veda's words.

He knew what kind of person Emily was, so he wouldn't judge her unfairly like Veda.

Moreover, Emily had worked hard to secure his grandson.

For that alone, Mason would always be grateful to her.

So, Mason also ignored Veda's words and continued speaking to Michael, "Michael, you did the right thing this time. Don't worry, I'll handle George. You needed to teach Sophia a lesson; otherwise, she wouldn't know her place!"

For the first time receiving Mason's support, Michael was pleasantly surprised. He nodded repeatedly, his eyes brightening.

"Also, I heard that Archibald's brother, Dean, is close to Sophia?" Mason added.

Michael knew that although Mason rarely left the house, he was often more informed about outside matters than he and Veda, as evidenced by Veda's confused expression.

"Yeah, Dean's got a jewelry studio now, and Sophia's one of the legal owners. And their relationship is probably more than just business; they might be romantically involved."

Romantic partners?

Mason snorted.

He'd been young once and knew all too well about these so-called close relationships.

He said, "Michael, I've always believed in knowing your enemy and yourself, and you'll never lose a battle.

"Tell me, do you understand Sophia? What kind of person do you think she is? You've interacted with her for three years and hurt Emily because of her. You should be able to give me an answer."

Even now, Mason was still siding with Emily.

Veda, listening on the side, couldn't understand and started to complain, "What kind of person? Sophia was ready to kill someone, showing how twisted she is..."

Before Veda could finish, Mason interrupted her with a frown, "I didn't ask you. I called you back today to listen to my conversation with Michael. How much you understand

is up to you, but it's important for your future! Do you hear me?"

Veda had been in the workplace for a while, so Mason didn't want to spoil her like a rich girl anymore.

After all, nothing lasts forever, and the Smith family couldn't always be at the top of Emerald City's hierarchy. Every step Mason took now was for Veda and Michael's future, to help them have a smoother path in life.noveldrama

Whether it was learning more strategies or protecting the family and those they cherished, it was all the same.

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Seeing Veda fall silent, the living room became momentarily still, and Michael finally had the mind to recall Sophia.

"Grandpa, I admit I was blinded by Sophia's charm before, which led to misunderstandings with Emily and missing out on a valuable relationship.

"In my view, Sophia always likes to hide her true self, pretending to be the person she imagines. She's absolutely selfish, not just to others but to her parents as well.

"I had Andrew investigate her. Her mother, Evelyn, after harming Emily's mother, pretended to be insane to avoid prison and ended up in Emerald City Psychiatric Hospital. Although she wasn't truly insane, she was mentally affected. Sophia felt ashamed and hasn't visited Evelyn in a long time."

Hearing this, Mason had already formed a judgment.

He chuckled and replied to Michael. "See, Michael? Someone so selfish, who doesn't even care about her own mother, could never truly care for others. Her so-called true feelings are just excellent acting; she pretends to be the person she imagines, using schemes to get what she wants!"

Mason didn't spell it out, but while Veda was still confused, Michael had already caught

on.

"Grandpa, you mean Sophia might be using Dean too, not truly in love?"

It was only then that Michael slowly realized.

Sophia and Dean had only known each other for a few days. And someone as self- centered as her would always prioritize her own interests first, wouldn't she?