Chapter 317

"Sir Jake." Magnus began, his voice laced with gratitude: "I cannot thank you enough for today. I fear Jasper wouldn't have been so forgiving without your intervention."

"It's but a trivial matter." Theophilus replied nonchalantly: "I recall you mentioning that your family's conglomerate was usurped by an Ivor James from the James lineage. Pray to tell, what's the story?"

If he had resolved to support Magnus in Los Angeles, it was only fitting to extend full assistance. The status of the elder of the James family, from whom he had learned, warranted a thorough understanding. The James family in Los Angeles was an enigma to Theophilus. Hence he appointed Magnus as his spokesperson regarding their affairs.

After a moment's contemplation, Magnus responded: "The situation is thus: my entire business empire was frozen by the higher-ups of the James family. They have wrested control, leaving me powerle