Lucas noticed Skylar’s confusion and sighed, deciding to explain. “Dave really has it together. He’s strategic and smart, and like a younger version of me, he may even be sharper in some ways. Honestly, it’s time for him to lead the Evans Group, but…”

He paused for a moment before continuing in a serious tone. “Now that he’s grown and has his own vision, I won’t be able to control him much longer.”

It turned out Lucas was aware of the situation. Skylar listened carefully as he spoke.

“I know what Dave has done abroad, but he hasn’t been smart enough. If he were really ruthless, Herbert wouldn’t still be...