The Enticing CEO's Chosen Bride novel Chapter 1766

As Damon's words fell, the entire conference room fell into silence for a moment.

The reporters, who had been quietly standing by their tripods, couldn't help but swing their cameras in his direction. They were specialists from an economic radio network who had been invited to cover this major international economic conference. It was a grand cooperation with the official TV station, and the broadcast would be a piece of news for the general public. They felt both the weight and honor of their task.

Reporters from renowned radio stations and magazines from all around the world had gathered, all for the sole purpose of providing the most comprehensive coverage of the conference.

To the average person, the Global Economic Summit was just a spectacle, a grand spectacle like no other. It was a chance to see what the rich looked like, how they lived, and just how rich they really were.

For some economists and entrepreneurs, however, the insights gained from the summit could lay the foundation for their success, and could potentially drive global development.

That was why the Global Economic Summit was so important. It contained elements that could influence the world.d2

In this global spotlight, Damon's words struck a chord more profound than any expert advice.

"If you don't want to be tied down, be the strongest."

Damon embodied the extent of human ambition. Weaknesses, burdens – if he wanted something and couldn't prevent others from interfering, he'd reach a height where others would have neither the grounds nor the qualifications to interfere.

Damon, despite his young age, had already reached the pinnacle of life. He was at the top of the food chain. And all of this was for a woman he wanted without any reservations.

Everyone's gaze fell on the woman in Damon's arms, their eyes full of envy, regardless of gender.

If Damon was the man at the peak, then she was undoubtedly the biggest winner in life.

But in Chloe's heart at this moment, there weren't many complications. She only knew that her heart was filled with gratitude and deep affection. She wondered what she had done in her life to deserve such a man. Her past life had been so tough that she had never imagined crossing paths with a man like Damon, let alone being with him.

Presley was equally stunned by Damon's words. Yes, these were the things he had instilled in Damon from a young age. However, it seemed he had been naive. Damon was still obedient, but he had completely stepped out of Presley's control, even reaching heights that Presley couldn't touch.

And the person who had brought Damon to such heights wasn't him, but this woman who had appeared out of the blue.

It was just laughable.

Presley, feeling a mix of resentment and anger, scoffed. "So you've been on guard against me all along. You guessed that I'd use the Harper family to control you, and that's why Obsidian exists."

Damon retorted, "If your desire for control wasn't so strong, Obsidian could have been a boon for the Harper family. Before all this, Obsidian could have been part of the Harper family, but now, it only belongs to me, Damon."

Presley's gaze passed over Chloe, and he sneered, "All of this for a woman."

Damon frowned, "No matter what the reason is, you have no grounds to judge me here today."

Yes, he didn't.

This was the Global Economic Summit, a place where only the strong had the right to speak.

Presley was supported by Robin as he swayed, "Damon, you're being too harsh. He's your grandfather! Your achievements today are a result of his guidance."

Damon coldly replied, "I should indeed thank him for that. But today, things are different. When he tried to disgrace me, he didn't seem to think that the man who relied on a woman for support was also someone he had nurtured."

Robin's face darkened, "Damon, you are out of line. Even if he was wrong, he doesn't deserve this. Have you considered the negative impact your actions today could have on him?"

Chloe suddenly spoke, "Damon has also had to endure plenty of slander because of his actions. Not long ago, he was seen by everyone as a boy toy."

Robin frowned at her, "Do you think it's right to treat an elder this way?"

Chloe shook her head, "Damon was misunderstood, and I know that part of that was my fault. But the person who escalated things to this point was your father, due to his prejudice and stubbornness. Respect is not a given; it is earned through one's actions. You ask me to respect elders, but please also remember to take care of the young. To put it bluntly..."

She paused, then continued, "We're all human for the first time, so why should I have to unconditionally cater to you? Don't use the excuse that elders are always right and we are always wrong to blame us, and don't label us as disrespectful or heartless simply because we disagree with you."

Presley squinted at her dangerously. "Even if I'm the worst man alive, I'm still Damon's grandfather, a fact he can't change in his lifetime. You want to be with him, but can't get my approval. You find that fulfilling?"

Chloe raised an eyebrow, her smile light. "In my life, I've been a villain, done bad things, and I've never really considered myself a good person. Why would I care about anyone’s approval? Well, that's not entirely correct. I believe if that person in this world approves of me, it's enough. Everyone else's opinion doesn't matter."

It wasn't hard to guess who that one person was.

Presley tightened his lips, huffed, then left the meeting room with the support of his cane.

The opening of this year's Global Economic Summit had been quite turbulent. After the departure of Presley, the conference didn't continue for much longer before it dispersed.

On the internet, where billions of people congregated, the conference wasn't even broadcasted yet. The only thing discussed was what happened outside in the banquet hall.

[What the hell? Ms. Summers' babies weren't Damon's? That's shocking!]

[He lost everything indeed. He gave up the Harper empire for a woman and now look where he is.]

[I knew Obsidian's CEO would show up at the Global Economic Summit today. Chloe was planning to embarrass him in public, wasn't she? What kind of grudge is she holding?]

[For Christ's sake, who does he think he is to act that way towards Obsidian's CEO? Just because he's a guy kept by a wealthy woman?]