The First Madam was well aware of this point. She smugly raised her eyebrows at the Second Madam—two against two. If Charles Bennett continued to blatantly favor Matthew Bennett, it would be hard to justify.

But unexpectedly, John Bennett simply smiled at this moment, cupped his hands toward Charles Bennett, and said, “Whatever Father decides, how could I possibly have an opinion? Naturally, I will do as Father says.”

As soon as these words left his mouth, everyone present was stunned.

The First Madam and Richard Bennett both looked at John Bennett in utter disbelief, especially Richard Bennett. He remembered that this kid used to follow him around like a lackey, and now he actually dared to oppose him?

The Second Madam, on the other hand, frowned slightly. She really couldn’t figure out what John Bennett was thinking.

She was now certain that John Bennett must know about her plot to kill him, but even so, he was still standing on her side. What exactly did John Bennett mean by this?

In fact, John Bennett’s intentions were simple. He wanted to compete for the position of family head as well. If he sided with the First Madam, what chance would he have?

The old John Bennett didn’t want to fight, but the current John Bennett—if he didn’t compete for the family head position, would the assets of the Bennett family end up in the hands of those useless brothers of his?

At this moment, even Charles Bennett looked at John Bennett in surprise. He felt that this son he had always overlooked seemed a bit different from a year ago. Did the Nanshan Mining District really toughen people up that much?

Chapter 8: Doesn’t Understand the Rules

John Bennett’s choice was beyond everyone’s expectations, but the Second Madam and Third Madam both showed a hint of delight.

No matter why John Bennett was standing against the First Madam, as long as they benefited, that was enough.

Richard Bennett leaned over to John Bennett and hissed viciously, “John Bennett! Do you even know what you’re saying? I’ll give you one more chance—do you dare say it again?”

From the moment John Bennett entered, Richard Bennett hadn’t looked him in the eye. Now, the only time he did was because John Bennett was standing against him, and his attitude was as condescending as ever.

John Bennett glanced at him and said loudly, “Big brother, what do you mean by this? Is it wrong for me to listen to Father? You’re not the family head yet, but you’re already trying to control everything. When you really become the head of the Bennett family, are you going to kick all us younger brothers out to beg on the streets?”

“You...!”

Richard Bennett was so furious that he shot to his feet, but Charles Bennett’s face immediately darkened. He snorted coldly, “Sit down! Look at yourself—do you have any dignity as the eldest brother? Don’t forget, I’m not dead yet! Right now, we’re not choosing the family head, but the heir to the family head!”

Although Charles Bennett was too lazy to manage the family’s affairs and focused solely on his own cultivation, he still had his limits. Richard Bennett’s overstepping was something he could not ignore.

Richard Bennett sat down resentfully, and the First Madam’s face was ashen as she kept silent.

Charles Bennett coughed and said, “Enough, this matter is settled. No more arguing from anyone.”

But just then, John Bennett suddenly stood up and said, “Father, I still have something to say.”

Charles Bennett frowned, “What is it now?”

John Bennett said calmly, “Big brother and the others all control parts of the family business, but what do I have? Since Father has set the rules for the heir, shouldn’t things be fair?”

As soon as he said this, everyone present except Charles Bennett showed a change in expression. John Bennett’s meaning was clear—he wanted a share of the family business, and he wanted to compete for the position of heir!

Only now did the Second Madam understand why John Bennett would side with them. To be precise, the current John Bennett was standing on her side.

Richard Bennett stared at John Bennett, a cold sneer appearing at the corner of his mouth.

This useless guy wanted to compete for the position of heir? John Bennett wasn’t even as much of a threat as the youngest, Matthew Bennett, who was only in his teens.

At this moment, a middle-aged man standing at the back suddenly spoke in a mocking tone, “Doesn’t Second Young Master already have the Nanshan Mining District? What more business does he want?”

This man was the chief steward of the Bennett family, surnamed Liu, and was the First Madam’s cousin.

In the Bennett family, stewards and managers were different positions. Managers mainly handled some of the family’s businesses and industries, while stewards were only responsible for managing internal personnel and were close to the family members. Several stewards were relatives of the various Madams, so even if they didn’t know martial arts, they could still hold the position.

As soon as Mr. Harris spoke, everyone looked at him. Everyone knew that Mr. Harris was targeting John Bennett—after all, John Bennett had just opposed the First Madam.

Although the Nanshan Mining District was technically a family business, the mine was only so big. No matter how capable you were, you couldn’t make another one appear. Guarding the Nanshan Mining District as your business was basically the same as giving up on the position of heir.

At this moment, John Bennett stood up and suddenly said to Mr. Harris, “Mr. Harris, come here for a moment. I have something to discuss with you.”