CHAPTER 19 On the Threshold of Power

　　Oliver stood tall in his father's grand study, bearing the weight of frustration heavily upon his shoulders. He had systematically made his case to his father, presenting cold facts and logical reasoning stemming from thorough market research. But Mr. Russell remained unmoved. Resting against the mahogany desk, he bore into Oliver with a stern gaze, bespeaking years of experience and hard-earned wisdom.

　　“You can't simply trust a total stranger…dad what's with you?”.

　　“Son,” Mr. Russell began, emphasizing the word with a cold sternness, “you're not yet ready to take over this company. Please keep in mind that it wasn't too long ago that your reckless actions led to substantial losses. We lost clients, Oliver; they trusted us, and we failed them.”