"I don't have much of a choice at the moment," Terence smiled bitterly. "I'm satisfied as long as Julia is safe and sound."

"Okay, I promise you." Samuel nodded and agreed.

"Thank you." Terence thanked him, and the two shook hands. Now that Julia was in Samuel's care, he became more assured in pursuing his plans.

After leaving Terence's office, Samuel went straight back to the film set. Meanwhile, Terence received a call from Simon, asking him to go back to their house as soon as possible.

Terence frowned after hearing the urgency in his father's voice. He quickly wrapped things up in his office and drove straight to his parents' house.

"Dad, what's wrong? Why did you summon me in a hurry?" Terence demanded as soon as he entered the house. His jaw dropped upon finding the figures of Barton and Jean sitting in front of his parents.

Jean smiled once she heard his voice and looked affectionately towards Terence's direction. The moment she saw him, s

but Terence is also my only son. If two people want to get married, the most important thing is not money or a house, but the relationship between the two. If Terence doesn't like Jean, it will never be a happy union."

Simon smiled. He had tolerated his friend's arrogance in his own household, but he wanted to send a clear message. "If Terence doesn't like Jean, no matter what conditions you offer, I can't agree to this. As his father, I will respect my son's choice. If they end up living miserable lives in the future, he will never forgive me."

"So you don't want to save my face?" Barton frowned and muttered coldly.

Simon sighed deeply and said, "Barton, I think it's better to let our children decide their fate. They're adults now. As their guardians, we can only give some advice, but the decisions fall squarely on them. Isn't that right?"

"Enough!" Barton sneered. "It seems that you have made up your mind not to let your son take responsibility!"